 In 1952-53, the semi-final was between Lincoln City and Grimsby Town, played at Lincoln on 15 April 1953, with Grimsby Town winning 3-0 with goals by Lord and Maddison (2).Scunthorpe United had a bye into the final.The final was played at Grimsby on 9 May 1953, with Grimsby Town winning 1-0 with a goal by Hernon.