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Join us for our 11th Merrifield Mile
3 March 2013
Online entries are closed
Photo Galleries for 2013 can be found here:
http://www.pollocks.co.za/galleries-sub.php?id=30
Please enter at the Wriggleswade dam on Sunday. Take out entry forms are available at Sportsmans Warehouse and Cycle HQ etc.
The Merrifield Mile is an open water swimming event for the whole family
Merrifield Preparatory School and College is proud to be hosting the eleventh Merrifield Mile on 3 March 2013 at Wriggleswade Dam near Stutterheim.
The Merrifield Mile forms part of the Buffalo City Tri-Challenge.
Athletes must complete all three events:
Surfers Challenge, Daily Dispatch Cycle and the Merrifield Mile.
Mini Tri Challenge for ages 9 - 14 years.
Athletes must complete all three events:
Surfers Marathon 5km or more, Daily Dispatch Cycle Race 6km, 9km or more, MerriDash or Merrifield Mile
The swim takes place at the Wriggleswade Dam near Stutterheim. It is approximately 65 km from East London. It is an idyllic setting - a wonderful place for an outing for the whole family.
500m MerriDash: Start 11h30 Compulsory registration closes at 11h00 Late entries close strictly at 10:30 |
Merrifield Mile: Start 12:30 Compulsory registration closes strictly at 11h00 Late entries close strictly at 10:30 |
Kiddies Fun Wriggle (8yrs and under) Start 14h00 Registration closes at 13h30 Late entries close strictly at 13h30 Fun Wrigglers who are not confident in the water must use a floating device |
Food and drinks will be available to purchase at the event
In 2013 Introducing the Merrifield Mile Craft Market
Any exhibitors interested in hosting a stall can contact Tracey Mangold on 043 748 6094 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Stall rental is R200, terms and conditions apply.
You might want to bring tents, caravans and a picnic and come and make a weekend of it.
Contact Amanda at Wriggleswade Dam to book your camp site on 083 752 4545
For more information contact:
Tracey on 043-748 6094 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
