On 15 January 2010, Davies joined League Two side Port Vale on an initial one-month loan deal, rejoining his former manager Micky Adams. He hoped this loan move could reignite his career at the Withdean Stadium, and end his eleven-month goal drought. He quickly earned the praise of teammate Marc Richards, who said: "Craig is big, tall and strong, which is everything a good striker would want, and he can score goals as well". Assistant manager Geoff Horsfield said Davies' signing was "fantastic for the club".