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Rachael Cox
6 years in business
We speak English
Small team (2-10 members)
The Wool Factory is a distinctive wedding venue located in Charlottesville, Virginia. Once part of the Historic Woolen Mills, this restored 19th-century textile mill has been transformed into an open, light-filled event space that blends historic character with modern convenience. Its preserved industrial design offers a timeless backdrop for weddings of all styles.
Facilities and Capacity
With over 6,000 square feet of flexible event space, The Wool Factory can host weddings of up to 360 guests. The venue accommodates ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, and wedding weekends with ease.
Indoor spaces include the expansive Main Hall for larger celebrations, as well as the Broadcloth Dining Room and Workshop Loft for more intimate gatherings. Outdoor celebrations can be held in the Courtyard, which seats up to 180 guests and offers scenic creekside views. Additional amenities include a dedicated dressing loft and minimal, adaptable design elements that allow couples to fully personalize their day.
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The Wool Factory offers in-house catering led by Executive Chef Tucker Yoder, with custom menus crafted using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Couples and guests may also enjoy beverages from the on-site craft microbrewery, with options for custom event beer and labeling.
Additional amenities include a full-service bar, custom-built tables and benches, curated tabletop pieces, accessible restrooms, and on-site parking for up to 300 guests.
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The Wool Factory is highly recommended as a wedding venue by reviewers, with multiple positive comments on the beautiful setting, efficient staff, and delicious food. The space accommodated a 160-person wedding well, with picture-perfect spots both indoors and outdoors. Guests appreciated the industrial feel of the venue and the seamless transition from ceremony to cocktail hour. However, some minor downsides mentioned included slow communication, delayed beer options, a requirement for renting chairs, and a strict policy against bare feet on the dance floor.
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