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RUNNING DRY: Wriggleswade is one of the dams in BCM that has hit the worst by the ongoing droughtPicture: ALAN EASON

Low dam levels cancel Merrifield Mile

In a upsetting but not unforeseen turn of events, the iconic KFC Merrifield Mile has been cancelled for the first time in its 18-year history. In a recent statement, organisers cited the low levels of Wriggleswade Dam as the reason for…

Merrifield Mile family fun ahead

Time is ticking towards the start of 2019’s this year’s KFC Merrifield Mile on Sunday February 17 at the Wriggleswade Dam. With four events – covering distances from 1.6km, 500m Dash, Terraforce 250m and a KFC Kids Fun Splash – there is…

Swimmers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to enter any of the four events on offer at the KFC Merrifield Mile taking place at Wriggleswade Dam on Sunday, 17 February

Thumbs up for Merrifield Mile

Top swimmers have endorsed the upcoming KFC Merrifield Mile as an event for all ages and abilities, as well as a great day out for the whole family. It is also the only open water swim in the region. “The race has put open water swimming…

Dip in to the KFC Merrifield Mile

Swimmers and spectators can look forward to fun in the water at Wriggleswade Dam on February 17 for the 17th edition of the annual Merrifield Mile, the biggest open water swimming event in the Border region. The KFC Merrifield Mile is a…

ENTHUSIATIC SWIMMERS: Merrifield and Beaconhurst pupils enjoying the Mile on Sunday at Wriggleswade Dam, were, from left, Sethu Mayoli, Chloe Velde, Bathandwa Dyantyi and Tiffany Scott who all participated in at the 1.6km main event Picture: SIVENATHI GOSA

Merrifield Mile mania at the dam

MERRIFIELD Mile staged its 16th annual event at the Wriggelswade Dam on March 4th, with hundreds of East London locals flocking to the dam, putting up their gazebos, camp chairs and braai stands under in the blazing sun. There were four…

GALLERY:More pics of the Mile

More pictures of the Merrifield Mile that took place at Wriggleswade Dam on Sunday, spectators came in their numbers to support their family members and friends who participated in the event. For the full story, read the GO! tomorrow…

GALLERY:Swimmers take a splash at the Merrifield Mile

The 16th Merrifield Mile took place at the Wriggleswade Dam on Sunday where thousands of people enjoyed the sun shine and the different categories. For the full story, read the GO! &Express Newspaper on Thursday Pictures: SIVENATHI GOSA

From left, Merrifield College Executive Head, Dr Guy Hartley, Merrifield marketer, Tracey Mangold and Nedbank representatives Anlin Kotze, Collette Parry and Rathish Seepersad get excited for the 16th annual Merrifield Mile taking place on Sunday, March 4. Picture: MADELEINE CHAPUT

Mile mania in town

From humble beginnings with less than 200 swimmers 16 years ago, the Merrifield Mile has now grown to include over 1000 participants. The official launch took place on Wednesday evening and saw organisers, sponsors, supporters and…

Magnificent Merrifield Mile

Twice as nice for Kyle Holmes with second consecutive win IT WAS twice as nice for Merrifield Mile overall winning man Kyle Holmes who swam his way to a second consecutive victory at this year’s 15th annual Merrifield Mile on Sunday at…

Sponsors dive in for the Merrifield Mile

TOP prizes are up for grabs for top swimmers at this year’s Merrifield Mile. The race is powered by featured sponsor Nedbank and takes place at Wriggleswade Dam on Sunday, February 26. Generous sponsors have lined up to ensure winners in…

Swimmers out to make a splash in Merrifield Mile

PREPARATION is key for swimmers looking to make a splash at this year’s Merrifield Mile, coming up on February 26 at Wriggleswade Dam. To complete the two main distances available, the 1.6km Mile and the 500m dash, casual swimmers will…

Merrifield Mile 2017 countdown underway

Big swim’s 15th edition kicks off soon IT IS Merrifield Mile time again! Swimmers and spectators can look forward to fun in the water at Wriggleswade Dam for the 15th edition of the annual Merrifield Mile, powered by feature sponsor…