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    Melissa N. Sent on 11/24/2023
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    Amazing Venue

    This venue helped bring my wedding day vision to life. Great communication by the owners. Comes with some decor to choose from but the views around the property are amazing! Not to mention the long horn cattle!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Melissa,
    Thank you for the great review and those amazing photos! We enjoyed hosting your wedding and look forward to seeing you both soon!
    Robin and Austin
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    Peter Sent on 11/10/2023
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    Nothing but great things to say about this venue & the owners, Robin & Austin

    Austin & Robin were absolutely amazing to work with! We had a 2.5 year long engagement & Robin was so quick to respond every time we reached out for those 2.5 years! Austin was so hands on the weekend of our wedding and made sure everything ran smoothly. They had everything figured out to ensure it was best day for everyone. They were great when it came to bringing guests from parking to the venue to make the longish walk much easier for all, they fed the steer when guest would be around to assure they would be out-and-about (they were a huge hit for our guests), & even started a bonfire when it started getting chilly during our October wedding! We have nothing but great things to say about Austin & Robin & The Running Mare. If we could do it all over we would still choose The Running Mare-- we cannot recommend them enough!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thanks Pete! We thoroughly enjoyed your 2.5 year engagement, and your wedding weekend! We look forward to seeing you two soon!
    Robin
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    Kristen B. Sent on 11/09/2023
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    Just say YES!

    Running Mare was the ideal venue for our wedding celebration.

    The surroundings are picturesque during all seasons and the barns are decorated with gorgeous planters! The bridal suite is fit for a queen and made preparing for the ceremony with my ladies such a vibrant experience! High ceilings, huge windows, local art, unique furniture, multiple mirrors, and refrigeration are just a few perks of this space! Both barns are full of character and can be set up and decorated in a variety of ways.

    The owners and staff are PHENOMENAL! They welcomed us with open arms, listened to our thoughts and requests, offered a variety of decor, and helped make the whole weekend just what my husband and I had envisioned! We had just about 100 guests and a 5 piece bluegrass band ... to say we had a blast is an understatement!

    Bottom line, if you're looking for a wedding venue in the Richmond Metro area go check out Running Mare!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thank you Kristen! You were all awesome to work with, and we would have you all back in a heart beat! Take care, and hoping to see you soon!
    Robin
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    Elizabeth G. Sent on 11/09/2023
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    Just amazing

    Such a beautiful and stunning venue with such amazing owners. They really took the time to make our day so special and we will forever be grateful

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thank you Liz! We enjoyed getting to know your friends and family. Look forward to seeing you soon!
    Robin
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    Kate Sent on 08/21/2023
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    Best Venue and Owners

    If you are looking for a simple rustic place, this is it. The natural scenery is gorgeous and you will not need excessive décor to fill areas. It is spacious for people to walk around and farm animals to keep people entertained during cocktail hour.
    The owners are easy to work with and were eager to help in any way they could.
    Hotels are 20-25 minutes away in Short Pump and you can reserve a Lyft for rides to and from the venue.
    After our wedding, we received high compliments from all guests about the venue and how smooth the entire wedding was.

    Cannot recommend this venue enough.

    Running Mare's reply:

    Kate,
    We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know you, your friends and family. Thank you for taking such great care of the farm during your stay. We look forward to seeing you soon!
    Robin
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    Susanna Sent on 11/14/2023
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    Best Venue Choice

    Austin and Robin made our special day super easy. The venue is absolutely beautiful and I would 100% recommend to anyone.

    Running Mare's reply:

    Susanna,
    Great to hear from you and thank you for the review! Come see us sometime soon, and bring your awesome chocolate lab with you!
    Robin
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    Erin R. Sent on 11/29/2023
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    The perfect venue!

    Robin & Austin are THE BEST! The venue was the perfect combination of rustic and water views and the day could not have been more perfect! All our guests said this was the best wedding they had been to in years and how wonderful the owners were. They are quick to answer any questions, and make you feel right at home anytime you are there! We took our engagement photos there and hope to go back in the future for a family photoshoot. Thank you for everything Robin & Austin!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Erin,
    Thank you for the great review! We thoroughly enjoyed hosting your wedding and look forward to seeing you in the future!
    Robin and Austin
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    Nicole P. Sent on 11/17/2023
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    Wonderful!

    I cannot say enough good things about this venue. We had our wedding this past May and it couldn’t have been more perfect. It is absolutely gorgeous and the owners Robin and Austin are lovely people to work with. Any question we had was quickly answered and any request we had was easily met. Running Mare will always hold a special place in our hearts. Highly recommend having your wedding here you will not regret it!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Nicole,
    Thank you for your great review. I love the pictures you posted! We had a great time hosting your big day!
    All the Best,
    Robin
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    Hannah E. Sent on 10/30/2022
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    Perfect Venue!

    The Running Mare was the perfect venue for us! The venue and bridal suite are beautiful and it was just what we wanted for our big day. Robin and Austin are wonderful owners and they always answered any questions I had very quickly. They were also present on wedding day and helped with set up, clean up, and anything else we needed. A bonus was that it was very affordable. Highly recommend!!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thank you Hannah! You were absolutely wonderful to work with! I am so glad that you had a great experience with us! We adored you and your family!
    Robin
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    Marisa H. Sent on 07/03/2022
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    Great value and beautiful setting

    Robin and Austin were great to work with. Robin was responsive to all my emails in a timely manner for any questions or concerns I may have had. We knew this was the place even when it was cold and rainy In January. Austin was so welcoming and showed us before we booked the venue. On the wedding day they were present, but not overbearing in any way. They checked in on us the day before while we set up. Beautiful setting of the lake along with two options of arches for the ceremony site. There’s also a backup ceremony site if need. Spacious place for the bridal party to get ready and a separate place for the groomsman to get ready as well. The value we got for this venue was wonderful. Do not sit on this venue if you’re considering it for you wedding! We only had 75 people but it can fit more than that.

    Running Mare's reply:

    Hi Marisa,
    Thank you for the great review! We enjoyed getting to know your family and friends. You all were so respectful of our farm and belongings, and kind hearted to work with.
    Congratulations on your marriage! You have a bright future ahead!
    Robin and Austin
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    Caitlin T. Sent on 09/14/2022
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    10/10 experience!

    Running Mare is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! My husband and I could not have been happier to get married on Robin and Austin’s property. We truly had the best day from start to finish! Robin and Austin were always very responsive with any questions we had and super helpful on the day of the wedding from setup to breakdown. We could not have asked for more!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thank you Caitlin! We had a great time working with you throughout the year! Congratulations on a great wedding!
    Robin
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    Cindy F. Sent on 09/14/2022
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    Perfect Wedding Venue

    This venue was a dream come true! The owners are incredibly accommodating and the property is GORGEOUS! Our wedding turned out perfect and we have Running Mare to thank for that. They really went above and beyond to take care of us.

    Running Mare's reply:

    Cindy,
    WOW! That's a great picture! I can't wait to see your wedding highlighted in RVA Weddings! So exited for you as it was a gorgeous wedding! Thank you for the great review!
    Robin
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    Erin Sent on 05/27/2022
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    Best Wedding Venue in Richmond, VA Area!

    Wow- we were blown away by the venue we chose for our May 2022 wedding. The owners of Running Mare, Robin and Austin, are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. They worked incredibly hard to ensure that our wedding went smoothly (including many last minute changes to shift from a rain plan to an outdoor ceremony). The venue is GORGEOUS whether you hold your ceremony outdoors or inside! We chose this farm as our wedding venue because it is different from any other typical "barn" wedding venue you'll come across. The venue and the owners are down to earth, and the experience surpassed all expectations for both ourselves as a couple getting married and all of our wedding guests. You can tell the owners have put a lot of thought and time into crafting their home into a space that can be shared with others as a wedding venue. Weeks later, we still can't get over how happy we are that we chose Running Mare for our wedding. Thank you so much for making this day so special for us!
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    Chandler S. Sent on 11/10/2022
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    Amazing Lakeside Rustic Venue

    Running Mare is an absolutely gorgeous venue located on a private farm in Maidens, VA. The features include a beautiful lake, outdoor covered pavilion w/ optional dropdown walls, a farmhouse with bridal suite above, and a groomsmen's cottage located across the lake. My wife and I had to reschedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic (initial date was 9/19/2020), and Robin and Austin were excellent in helping us reschedule everything for the following year. The location is not far (~20-25 min) from the Short Pump area in Richmond, which is where we recommended our guests to stay. Speaking of which, we were able to accommodate around 150 guests comfortably. We have amazing memories and no regrets with choosing Running Mare for our wedding venue.

    Running Mare's reply:

    Chandler! Thank you for your great review! I hope you are doing well. We look forward to seeing you soon😎.
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    Hannah S. Sent on 09/18/2022
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    Everything we wanted and more!

    Running Mare was such a beautiful place to have our wedding! My husband and I got married 10/30/21 and Robin and Austin made the venue experience super easy. Pricing is very worth everything included and how beautiful the farm is. All of my guests ranted about how beautiful everything was. It made my wedding dreams come true

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thank you Hannah! Your wedding was gorgeous! We so enjoyed your family and friends. You are all welcome on our farm any time!
    Robin
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    Michelle Sent on 09/15/2022
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    Dreamiest wedding day ever

    Robin & Austin made our only daughter’s wedding day a dream come true. I cannot say enough good things about them or their gorgeous venue. Highly, highly recommend!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Michelle,
    thank you for the great review! we love meeting new people and making new friendships. Please come back anytime!
    Robin
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    Clara S. Sent on 09/14/2022
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    Wedding Day of our Dreams!

    We had the wedding day we dreamed of at Running Mare! The Casparis were always so willing to work with us to give us our dream day. They were flexible, generous, and great communicators for us. Not to mention, the venue is absolutely breathtaking! Every part of their venue is beautiful...from the tables, to the chairs, to the pond, to the barns. It was exactly how we envisioned! Robin has a whole supply of table decor that she lends out to her brides—so kind and a money saver too! We are from the Shenandoah Valley and thought that it captured the hills, fields, and waters that we cherish so much. It reminded us of home! We love Running Mare and could not recommend it more.

    Running Mare's reply:

    Clara,
    Those photos are amazing! thank you for sharing! I loved all of your bridesmaids! You definitely needed all the space you could get in the bridal suite! What a fun day! Congrats on a great wedding!
    Robin
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    Stephanie M. Sent on 09/22/2022
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    Running mate wedding

    We had our wedding here in October of 2021 and it was absolutely stunning! Robin and Austin are wonderful hosts and made us feel right at home. They were also SO helpful and had so many decorations/tables/chairs already at the venue which was a huge help to us. We couldn’t have picked a more perfect spot to host our wedding; everyone loved it!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thank you for the great review Stephanie! It means a lot to us! Our goal is for everyone to feel right at home, and have the time of their life at our farm.
    -Robin
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    Brynn Sent on 09/24/2022
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    HIGHLY recommend this venue!

    My husband and I got married at the Running Mare in September of 2021 and it was truly the wedding of our dreams. Robin and Austin were amazing to work with and super accommodating. They were able to provide us with the contact info of a phenomenal day of coordinator, Debbi (who I also highly recommend). The venue itself is breathtaking with the water views, flower blooms, and farm animals. The whole planning process and day of was seamless with Robin and Austin. I cannot recommend this venue enough!
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    Shirley C. Sent on 07/02/2023
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    Gorgeous Venue

    My husband and I could not have asked for a more perfect wedding venue. The grounds were immaculate, Robin and Austin were incredible hosts & always available to answer questions and assist, and our guests commented over and over after the wedding how beautiful it all was. Running Mare was the perfect place for our blended family of 10 to begin our lives together.

    Running Mare's reply:

    Shirley,
    Thank you for leaving a great review! We enjoyed getting to know your friends and family! See you soon!
    Robin
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    Sarah M. Sent on 09/11/2019
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    Beautiful Venue

    We toured the facility on a Sunday afternoon. The venue was absolutely gorgeous! The tour was not rushed, she spent time with us, answered our questions. If they had of had our date open we would have chosen this venue.
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    Kelsey C. Sent on 11/01/2019
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    Words can’t express how amazing working with Robin was! Best experience ever.

    The venue is breathtaking and the venue owner is amazing to work with. Our day was beyond perfect
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    Abbey Sent on 08/16/2020
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    A hidden gem

    Running Mare was the most perfect venue for our day. The water on the property is what drew us here specifically, but the pavilion for the reception was beautiful and had enough space for our wedding. Robin and Austin were beyond helpful. They were really open to our ideas, they were around to help with set up. They really cared about making our day run smoothly. They really took care of us and our evenr the whole time we had the venue booked for. We couldn't have asked for a better experience than at Running Mare.
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    Naomi Sent on 05/12/2019
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    What's not to love about this venue and its owners!

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    What's not to love about this venue and its owners: Austin and Robyn!
    Our son and daughter-in-law got married at this beautiful outdoor venue in April 2019. The farm yard and lawn was meticulously manicured and Robyn has planted many flowers and pots, that will only get more beautiful as they continue to grow through the season.

    Any wedding party will love their roomy changing accommodations. The bride and bridesmaids will adore Austin's remodeling of the barn loft; with beautiful varnish hickory floors and large windows that open a flood gate of sunshine into the loft. The groom and his groomsmen have their own spacious retreat cottage across the lake with a large deck to enjoy the stunning views of this property.

    Here, you don't have any noise from city traffic or trains, that we noticed when viewing several other wedding venues. When we arrived to set-up that Sunday morning, looking out over the lake the peaceful tranquility of God's beautiful creation gave a calmness to the busy day ahead.

    You will enjoy working with Robyn and Austin. They are very professional and personable; as well as providing a contract that doesn't take a lawyer to understand. Their family managed the parking of the wedding guests and bringing them from the parking area to the wedding/reception site. They are pleasantly present to assist if needed with concerns, but not hovering nor intrusive in any way. God bless them; weddings are stressful and having great people to work with, helps alleviates stress.

    Thank you Robyn & Austin for helping us create a beautiful wedding memory.
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    Caroline F. Sent on 11/24/2018
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    Best venue ever!

    Running Mare Farm is so beautiful! This venue is amazing! The owners, Robin and Austin are great to work with. They are very flexible and dependable. They have a lot of amenities you can use. Our daughter’s wedding was so fabulous because of Robin and Austin’s cooperation on all the little details. This is a first class destination for any event!

    Running Mare's reply:

    Thank you Deb! Your wedding was spectacular! Thank you for believing in us, and being so wonderful to work with. Please stay in touch!
    Robin
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