THE fixtures computer couldn't have churned out a much tougher start to Grimsby Town's 2014/15 Conference Premier campaign.
The Mariners head to relegated Bristol Rovers on the opening day for a clash between two of the title favourites.
Town skipper Craig Disley returns to his former club for the encounter at the Memorial Stadium on Saturday, August 9.
The other big news is that the Mariners won't be facing local rivals Lincoln City for a festive double-header this season.
Instead, Town travel to Macclesfield on Boxing Day before welcoming the Silkmen to Blundell Park for the reverse fixture on New Year's Day.
Paul Hurst's men complete their campaign with a home clash against Aldershot Town on Saturday, April 25.
