[2] This was a parallel competition to the Football League Third Division South Cup.

The competition was run using a knockout format, with games replayed if level.

[3] In most seasons there were minor changes to the format, resulting in differing numbers of ties (and byes) in each round.

[4] The final was played on the home ground of one of the two finalists.

The first 8 places in each cup then contested the first round of a two legged knockout competition.