Real Bedford Women v Dussindale & Hellesdon Rovers - FA Cup
Real Bedford Women begin their Women’s FA Cup campaign on Sunday 25th October as we welcome Dussindale & Hellesdon Rovers to the Ledger Stadium.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Sunday 25th October 2026
Kick-Off: 2pm
Venue: Ledger Stadium, McMullen Park, Meadow Lane, Bedford, MK44 3LW
TICKETS
Tickets are available to purchase online via the club website here. Tickets are cheaper when bought in advance, so secure yours now and save.
Advance Prices:
Adult: £6
Concession (60+): £4
Youth (13-17): £2
Child (Under 12): £1
Matchday Prices:
Adult: £8
Concession (60+): £6
Youth (13-17): £4
Child (Under 12): £2
OPPOSITION FOCUS
Dussindale & Hellesdon Rovers compete in the Eastern Region Women’s Football League Premier Division, the fifth tier of the women’s football pyramid. The latest published table places Rovers 11th, with five points from eight matches following one win, two draws and five defeats.
The Norwich-based side have enjoyed a period of progress in recent seasons. Rovers won the Eastern Region Division One North title in 2023/24, earning promotion at the first attempt.
They also reached last season’s Norfolk Women’s County Cup final, narrowly losing 2-1 to Wroxham in front of 743 spectators. That experience gives the visitors another cup occasion to build on as they make the trip to Bedford.
ABOUT THE WOMEN’S FA CUP
Sunday’s winners will advance to the second round proper on Sunday 15th November. The third round follows on Sunday 13th December, before Women’s Super League clubs enter in the fourth round on Sunday 17th January.
If the scores are level after 90 minutes, the tie will go straight to a penalty shootout, with no extra time or replay. A winner will be decided on the day to progress to the second round proper.
GETTING TO THE LEDGER STADIUM
Fans travelling via the M1 should leave the motorway at Junction 13 before joining the A421 Bedford Bypass. Continue on the A421 before taking the A603 Sandy exit. The Ledger Stadium is approximately 200 yards on the left-hand side of Meadow Lane. Follow the Real Bedford signage upon turning onto Meadow Lane. Sat Nav: MK44 3LW
PARKING
Limited parking is available immediately before the Ledger Stadium on the left-hand side. An overflow car park is also available immediately on the right as you enter Meadow Lane. Supporters are encouraged to arrive early or travel together where possible.
FOOD & DRINK
Our food and drink outlets will be open all day, serving a range of hot food, snacks and refreshments. Fans can also enjoy beers from our partners at BrewPoint, including Supernova Helles Lager, Genesis Stout, Foghorn Hazy Session IPA, Lodestar Pacific Pale Ale, and much more.
The popular Pirate Burger will be available, alongside a selection of hot and cold food, from our food kiosk, which will be firing up throughout the afternoon, serving all your favourites including burgers, hot dogs and more.
REAL COFFEE CART
The Real Coffee Cart will be open opposite the pitch, serving a wide range of freshly prepared coffees, teas and hot drinks from our very own Real Coffee.
CLUB SHOP
The Real Bedford Club Shop will be open, throughout the afternoon. Supporters can purchase: 2026/27 replica kits, Hoodies & t-shirts, Accessories, Official club merchandise and much more.
ACCESSIBILITY
Two disabled parking bays are available outside the stadium. A designated accessible viewing area is located at the front of the main stand. For any accessibility enquiries, please contact: hello@realbedford.com
LIVE STREAM
This fixture will be livestreamed for all supporters. Watch on PirateTV.
FOLLOW THE MATCH
Can’t make it to the Ledger Stadium? You can follow the action live via our X account, with key match updates throughout the afternoon. Half-time and full-time updates will also be shared across all our social media channels.
A full match report will be available on the website shortly after the final whistle, while match highlights will be uploaded to our YouTube channel in the days following the fixture.
Follow @realbedfordwomen on Instagram and @RBFCWomen on X.