The Mid Lancashire Football League was founded in 1921 by a group of clubs in the Chorley area. The league originally had four divisions, but this was reduced to three in 1972. The Premier Division was introduced in 1992.

The league has been won by a number of clubs over the years, including Chorley, Leyland, and Penwortham. The current champions are Standish St. Wilfrids.

The 2023-24 season is the 103rd season of the Mid Lancashire Football League.