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The Granary at Valley Pike

If you’ve been to the Market, you have most likely seen our wonderful selection of Virginia food products, but did you know we also have an event venue downstairs?  Our downstairs space is called “The Granary” and it’s definitely one of a kind… just like our Market! The Granary is a remarkable setting for weddings, private parties, and business events.

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

The Granary originally held livestock many years ago in this barn’s life, but we’ve now cleaned and polished the place to shine as an exclusive event venue! With beautiful 12-foot exposed wood-beam ceilings and unique concrete floors, the Granary stands out from the crowd.  The entire space allows patrons to step back in time while still enjoying the modern conveniences of beautiful lighting, AC and/or heating, a sound system, and of course, brand new restrooms! 

Reservation of the space includes the use of our downstairs taproom and the outside patio.  Both areas add an original touch to any event. Our taproom can be structured to fit any type of budget.  Whether you are going for an open bar with an array of options or a set limit simply with your favorite type of beer and wine, we’ve got you covered! The outside is complete with lights, a sound system, fans and heaters underneath the deck, and a working stone fireplace. The patio has picturesque Shenandoah Valley views of rolling farmland, which will set a beautiful scene for any wedding or private event.

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

For our Granary brides, we also offer a space suited just for your special day! Our bridal suite and groom’s room give our special couples the perfect, serene getaway location during the chaos of the big day. The bridal party will be able to dress for the ceremony or take a break before the reception in these wedding-ready rooms. 

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Photo by: Sidney Leigh Photography

Reservation of the Granary includes 250 chairs and 30 round banquet tables.  We allow clients to use caterers of their choice but have the option to supplement their catering items with food products we serve in the Market, upon request. Although our Market promotes Virginia products, we can also obtain beer or wine produced outside the Commonwealth, if our Granary clients prefer, at the event. The Valley Pike Farm Market stays open during regular business hours but the deck space will be closed to the public during private events, so that the outdoor space is exclusively yours. Reservations can be made seven days a week.  Weekend reservations can be made by the day or the entire weekend. 

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Questions about reservations?  Please contact Katie Yount. Want to check available dates? Click here.

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

Photo by: Bessie Black Photography

In August we worked with some awesome partners to host a mock wedding shoot at our new venue.  Thank you to all of the partners we worked with to make the shoot come together. Photographs provided by Sidney Leigh Photography. Wedding Dress - Amanda's Touch. Rings - Christopher Williams . Cake - Heritage Bakery & Cafe. Invitation Suite - Simply Paper Co. Hair & Make-up - Taylor Gibson - Hi Tech Design. Decore - Karissa Coffey Rentals And a very special thank you to our bride and groom for the shoot who will be getting married here at the Granary in June! 

Local Love

Support The Community We Serve.  We would like that statement to ring true in every part of our business. From the products in our store to the employees that will greet you when you walk in the building.  Our barn isn't shipped from a large company, it's born and bred right here in the Shenandoah Valley (just in a different spot than it was in the 1800's). To make this old Virginia barn new again we had lots of help, lots of local help! We couldn't imagine anyone else caring for our old barn the way David & Ann do, but the local companies that helped us to bring Valley Pike Farm Market back to life sure proved us wrong. The Gardner's wish to thank and give credit to the following local companies and people that helped us bring the vision of Valley Pike Farm Market to life again. 

-Jody Hensley Technology
-Johnathan Bucher
-Lucas Coffee Co. - Troy Lucas
-Maple Lane Veterinary Clinic
-Mark Byerly Engineer
-May Supply
-MLB Welding - Mario L. Biotchie
-Murphy Fencing – Dale Murphy
-North River Roofing - Dale Wenger
-Old Dominion Lighting – Tom Dalton
-Rocking R Hardware
-Shank Wholesalers
-Shentel - James Funkhauser
-Shreckhise Landscape & Design
-Sidney Leigh Photography - Sidney Gardner
-Silver Lake Welding
-Star Heating & Cooling
-Steve Hilbert Electrical
-Stonebierker Inc. - Dennis Rhodes
-Superior Concrete - Keith
Mongold
-Trinity Turf -  Kurt Fellenstien
-Ultimate Concrete - Cam Gardner
-United Bank
-West Valley Concrete - Gary Lam
-Wildlife Construction - Allen Lam
-Willow Run Lumber - Justin Schwartzel
-Womack Electrical

-Augusta Aluminum Gutterworks
-Bev Randolph
-Bitnbydesigns LLC - Todd Gardner
-Blossman Propane
-Brunk & Hylton Engineering
-Burgess Plumbing
-Cattleman's Supply -Jeff Slaven
-Coebot – Tucker Gardner
-Crutchfield - Eugene Chan
-Custom Kitchens - Bob Alger
-Davenport Insulation - Greg Sigmon
Donnie Knott
-Drafting Services - Gary Harpine
-Dwight Miller Masonry
-Eagle Carpet
-Ed Keifer Engineer
-Eddie Edwards Signs
-Eddie’s Excavating
-Farm Credit Virginia
-First Bank & Trust
-Greg Randolph, LLC. - Jesse Atkins & Patrick Conley
-Ground Effects - Patrick & Preston Gardner and Brett Minnick
-Harrisonburg Refrigeration
-Heartland Construction  - Mike Hart
-Hawk Security
 

Introducing the Valley Pike Farm Market

A vintage barn is being brought back to life as the new Valley Pike Farm Market located along Route 11. This innovative space, due to open in August will be home to several different local shops and includes festival and event space.

“We are truly excited for the public to experience this beautiful barn’s second life,” states the Market’s owner David Gardner.  The Valley Pike Farm Market is the vision of Dr. Gardner.  As a local business owner (Maple Lane Veterinary Clinic), David knows the importance of not only supporting our community, but also keeping our area's history alive. Gardner goes on to say that, “This has been an unique opportunity to breathe new life into a historic Valley treasure and also to provide locals with access to local food and a community space to gather.”

“Augusta County entrepreneurship is strong,” said Carolyn Bragg, Chair of the Augusta County Board of Supervisors. “The Market is a great vision, and we’re looking forward to enjoying the fruits of Dr. Gardner’s labor.” The Market will feature a deli counter with products from Boars Head meats and cheeses. The Rumor Mill Coffee Co., our very own coffee shop will offer locally ground beans from Lucas Roasting, and will focus on local bread and pastries. Virginia craft beers, cider, and wines will be served as well as Virginia’s Finest brand.  This 13,500 square foot repurposed barn will also be home to The Granary, an event venue for community festivals and private gatherings.

Adjacent to the Market, there are future plans to include a food truck court and an open-air vegetable stand.  Valley Pike BBQ is currently serving food alongside the in-construction Market, and there are plans to partner with additional food trucks going forward.

“Dr. Gardner’s project is an amazing combination of two popular movements – local food and repurposed buildings,” said Dr. Marshall Pattie, Augusta County Board of Supervisors who represents the North River District where Valley Pike Farm Market is located.  “Weyers Cave will be lucky to be home to the Market.”