Pirates drawn away to Harleston Town in FA Cup

Real Bedford will travel to Harleston Town in the Second Qualifying Round of the Emirates FA Cup on Saturday 19th September, with kick-off at 3pm at Wilderness Lane.

The Pirates secured their place in the draw with a convincing 4-1 victory over Royston Town at The Ledger Stadium and will now head to Norfolk looking to book a place in the Third Qualifying Round.

Match details

Competition: Emirates FA Cup - Second Qualifying Round

Date: Saturday 19th September 2026

Kick-off: 3pm

Venue: Wilderness Lane, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9DD

Opposition Focus

Founded in 1885, Harleston Town compete in the Thurlow Nunn League Premier Division and play their home matches at Wilderness Lane in Norfolk.

Our hosts are enjoying a historic FA Cup campaign, reaching the Second Qualifying Round for the first time with a 3–1 victory over Romford. That achievement comes just three years after the club made its debut in the competition.

More details will be shared ahead of the fixture.