On May 26, Barrow announced their first pre-season fixture, against South Shields.

[51] Four days later, a trip to Witton Albion was added to the schedule.

[54] On June 9, a home pre-season fixture against Fleetwood Town was confirmed.

[55] A second home pre-season match against fellow League Two side Salford City was later added to the calendar.

[59] Barrow were drawn at home to Mansfield Town in the first round.