Craig Peter James (born 15 November 1982) is an English former footballer who played as a defender.

James transferred to Darlington permanently in 2006 but was loaned out to York City the following year before signing with Livingston.

In his second season at Vale Park, he made a total of 42 appearances but was released by the club at the end of his contract.

[11] He signed for York City of the Conference National on loan for the rest of the 2006–07 season in March 2007.

[13][14] He signed for Scottish First Division side Livingston on a one-year contract in August 2007 after a successful trial period with the club.