Light refreshments will be made available to anyone wishing to visit Malmsbury Cemetery this Christmas day.
Located on Cemetery Road, the Malmsbury Cemetery has been used as a final resting place since 1862.
Between 10 and 11.30am on December 25, individuals or families visiting a grave site will be provided with tea, coffee and a shaded area to sit and reflect.
Malmsbury Cemetery Trust committee member Jeff Smith said it was important to provide a comfortable space to visit the deceased on a day that is special to so many people.
“Whether people are coming to contemplate, visit family or loved ones, or just take in the serenity of it all, we will be there to offer some company, beverages, and snacks to everyone that wants,” Mr Smith said.
“We all know that Christmas can be a lonely time for some people and visiting loved ones on this special day is a tradition for many families.
“We appreciate learning more about the people that we are looking after, it reminds us of the strong bonds of community and family in the district.”
Malmsbury Cemetery Trust committee member Chris Byrne said he was hoping the initiative could make the historic site more a focal point in the community.
He said the committee would consider extending the service to other significant days if there is a positive community response.
