SCREWFIX Direct League clubs are hoping to draw bumper crowds over the festive period as the fixture computer once again gives fans a mouth-watering selection of matches to look forward to.

The most notable clashes come on Boxing Day. Melksham Town and Devizes Town do battle in the Premier Division's Wiltshire derby while, eight miles away, Calne Town entertain First Division neighbours Corsham Town at Bremhill View.

Local pride is sure to be at the forefront of each of the respective managers' minds on Wednesday, but all four clubs are in need of league points for different reasons as the games come thick and fast over the next week.

Devizes go into the Christmas fixtures as the Screwfix Direct League's highest placed Wiltshire side, a target manager Brian Newlands set them for the end of the season after Chippenham's elevation to the Dr Martens League last term.

Devizes begin a tough period of matches with the visit of title-chasing Bideford tomorrow. The Devon side are the league's only unbeaten club and have yet to drop a point on their travels this season.

Devizes then make the short trip to The Conigre on Boxing Day to take on local rivals Melksham, kick off 1pm.

The sides emerged with a win apiece from their league encounters last term, although Devizes did knock their rivals out of the FA Cup.

Melksham have recovered from a dreadful start to the season and have suffered only three defeats in the last 18 matches. They sit three points behind Devizes and have two games in hand.

Melksham boss Robbie Lardner is expecting a tough encounter but is quietly confident of victory. He said: "They've got some good individual players and it will be a tough match for us.

"They are dangerous and are blowing a bit hot and cold. Any side that has Barry Flippance up front has got a chance. He scores goals for fun and will always be a threat."