The 2012 Challenge Cup started well for Dudley Hill, they beat Castleford Panthers (38–0), Askam (52–12) and Leigh East (16–6). In Round 3 they were handed a profitable tie against Keighley Cougars who proved too strong for Dudley Hill (6–58). The 2012 NCL season saw Dudley Hill compete in Division 1, they were in the promotion places for much of the season but a few slip ups saw them finish 4th, just 1 point behind the top 3. They did however finish with the highest points difference.