The games offer a tinge of excitment at the prospects of a good season ahead and the change to see old faces and get a first look at new players in a more relaxed setting.
Here we take a look at pre-season this summer and an 8-0 win at Retford followed by a 4-0 win at Alfreton in July.
Match photographer Chris Holloway was on hand to capture just some of the fans in the crowd, in this gallery.
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1. Retford 0 Stags 8
Fans get their first look at the new Stags side at Retford. Photo: Chris & Jeanette Holloway
2. Retford 0 Stags 8
Fans get their first look at the new Stags side at Retford. Photo: Chris & Jeanette Holloway
3. Retford 0 Stags 8
Fans get their first look at the new Stags side at Retford. Photo: Chris & Jeanette Holloway
4. Retford 0 Stags 8
Fans get their first look at the new Stags side at Retford. Photo: Chris & Jeanette Holloway