1980–81 Northern League (ice hockey) season

The 1980-81 Northern League season was the 15th season of the Northern League, the top level ice hockey league in northern England and Scotland. Eight teams participated in the league, and the Murrayfield Racers won the championship. The top four teams qualified for the Spring Cup, which served as the Northern League playoffs.

Semifinals

 * Murrayfield Racers - Fife Flyers 7:5, 8:3
 * Billingham Bombers - Durham Wasps 11:5, 6:4

Final
The final between the Murrayfield Racers and the Billingham Bombers was not contested.