56 Clubs have entered the Cheshire Cup in 2010. The dates for each round are given with the draw. Matches may be played on dates other than those specified with the agreement of the Competition Secretary. All matches must start by 1:30pm and the Final will start at 12:30pm. Each match will be of 45 overs per team, of which no bowler may bowl more than 9 overs. Losing teams from Round 1 will go into the draw for the Lovelane Cheshire Shield, provided they have played their matches in Round 1.