The U's will travel to fellow Ryman League Premier Division outfit Dartford in first round qualifying on Saturday September 13.

United won away to Dartford in the same competition two seasons ago, although Dartford were then temporarily playing their home games at Thurrock.

The tie could be Hastings' first trip to Dartford's impressive new stadium for a competitive fixture unless they are sent there in the opening weeks of the season when the league fixtures are released.

John Lambert's charges will also face opposition from their own division in first round qualifying for the FA Trophy.

Carshalton Athletic will be the visitors to The Pilot Field in the non-league knockout competition on Saturday October 18.

Also in the FA Cup, Rye United will visit Ringmer in the extra preliminary round on Saturday August 16.

Fellow Sussex County League Division Two side Sidley United are due to host Farnham Town on the same date.

But with their Gullivers ground in the hands of Sidley Cricket Club until September, alternative arrangements will have to be made.

Should Rye come through they will visit Crowborough Athletic in the preliminary round, while Sidley would entertain Eastbourne Town.

Sidley will visit Dorking in FA Vase first round qualifying on Saturday September 6.

Rye have a bye into second round qualifying on Saturday September 20 when they will travel to Wick or Erith Town.

In first round qualifying for the FA Youth Cup, Hastings are away to Ringmer or Margate on a date to be announced.