There were just six clubs who participated in the first season of the Cheshire Senior Cup. The draw for the first round was made on 3 February 1880, with the ties played on 14 February 1880.[1]
The original Cheshire Football Association Challenge Cup, which was presented to Northwich Victoria in 1885 following their success in the competition for 6 consecutive seasons. The engraving says 'Presented to Northwich Victoria Football Club by the Cheshire Football Association 23 June 1885 As a mark of appreciation for their having won it six seasons in succession'.