Waverley Woolen Mills
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History of Waverly Woolen Mills
Formally established in 1874, Waverly Woolen Mills takes its name from the Scottish writer Sir Walter Scott's 'Waverley' novels. The hysteria of Gold Rush had culminated in a singular increase in the population of Australia, which meant that the country's dependence on shipments of simple goods from England reached it high point. It was at this point of time that Mr. Peter Bulman envisaged the feasibility of yarn mills in Australia. Warmed by his glowing visions, Bulman braved the chill of England and Scotland as he took a tour of the mills in the countries. The mill first started work on May 13, 1874. The wool derived was put on an auction where it fetched little over 1000 pounds; the mill received additional 1000 pounds from the government on February 2, 1875. Distillery Creek was chosen as an appropriate site for the establishment of Waverly Woolen Mills owing to easy availability of water.
Products of Waverley Woolen Mills
Waverley Woolen Mills offers premium quality woolen blankets, quilts in wide range of colors. Also available are high quality mohair blankets. All of the Waverley Woolen Mills woolen products can be machine washed and tumble dried.
Waverley Woolen Mills also produces woolen shawls and rugs.
Waverly Woolen Mills as a Tourist Destination
The original machine of the Mill which was obtained in1874 is still operating.
There are a few rare photographs of the early 20th century Australia, which
make for an interesting viewing.
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