Memorials & Celebrations of Life
at Forest Edge

When the time comes to gather in memory of someone you love, the setting and the care surrounding that gathering matter. Forest Edge offers a warm, private and beautifully presented environment for memorials, where families and friends can come together with ease, dignity and genuine comfort.

Whether you are planning an intimate wake for close family, a larger celebration of life for a wider circle of friends and colleagues, or a gathering that honours a life in a meaningful and considered way, the team at Forest Edge will support you with care, discretion and attention at every step.

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A Peaceful Setting
‍for Coming Together

Nestled in the natural landscape of the Dandenong Ranges, Forest Edge offers an environment that feels calm, removed from the everyday and genuinely welcoming. The setting provides a quiet, beautiful backdrop for a gathering where guests need space to connect, reflect and remember.

For larger gatherings, the main dining room seats up to 120 guests and is framed by floor-to-ceiling windows looking out across the ranges, creating a sense of openness and light that feels comforting rather than formal. For more intimate gatherings of close family and friends, the private dining room and wine bar offer warmth and privacy in a more enclosed setting.

The venue can also accommodate cocktail-style gatherings of up to 150 guests for those who prefer a more relaxed format where people can move freely, gather in smaller groups and share memories in the way that feels most natural to them.

Formats
‍We Can Support

Every memorial or celebration of life is shaped by the person being remembered and the wishes of those gathering. Forest Edge can accommodate a range of formats and guest numbers, with the spaces and catering arranged to suit the occasion with care.

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Gatherings well suited to Forest Edge include:

Intimate wakes for immediate family and close friends
Larger celebrations of life for extended family, friends and colleagues
Post-funeral receptions and catered wakes
Afternoon gatherings with light refreshments and shared memories
Evening memorials with dinner service
Private gatherings for those who prefer a quiet, enclosed setting

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Whatever the format, the team approaches each booking with the sensitivity and care it deserves. You will not be asked to fit into a standard package or manage unnecessary complexity during what is already a difficult time. We simply work with you to understand what you need and ensure the day is delivered with compassion and professionalism.

A Team That Supports
‍You With Care

Planning any gathering while managing grief is not easy. The team at Forest Edge understands this, and every aspect of the planning process is handled with patience, discretion and genuine care.

From your first enquiry, we work gently alongside you to understand your guest numbers, preferred format and any particular wishes for the day. We guide you through the available spaces and catering options without pressure, and we ensure that as the day approaches, every detail is confirmed clearly so nothing is left uncertain.

On the day itself, service is delivered quietly and attentively, so your family and friends can focus entirely on each other and on the person you are there to honour. The team works in the background to ensure everything runs smoothly, that food and refreshments arrive when needed and that guests feel welcomed and cared for throughout.

Food & Beverage

Catering at Forest Edge is seasonal, prepared in-house and tailored to suit the occasion. Menus are shaped around your preferences and the style of gathering you are planning, whether that is a simple afternoon tea, a grazing format that allows guests to move freely, or a more structured seated meal for those who are staying longer.

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Available formats include:

Morning and afternoon tea with light refreshments
Canapé and cocktail-style service for relaxed, informal gatherings
Grazing tables and shared boards
Seated lunches or dinners for more structured gatherings
Beverage service including wine, beer and non-alcoholic options
Bespoke menus shaped around the occasion and your family’s preferences

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Dietary requirements are accommodated with care, and the team ensures everything is well managed and quietly taken care of on the day.

Planning a Memorial at Forest Edge

If you are looking for a venue for a memorial in or near the Dandenong Ranges, Forest Edge offers a setting and a team that will support you with genuine care.

Reach out with your preferred date and an outline of what you are planning, and we will guide you through availability, spaces and catering options at whatever pace suits you. There is no pressure and no formality in this process, only a genuine desire to help you create a gathering that feels right.

Enquire today, and allow us to support you in honouring a life in a setting that is warm, beautiful and quietly fitting for the occasion.

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Memorials & Celebrations of Life at Forest Edge

A Peaceful Setting‍for Coming Together

Formats‍We Can Support

A Team That Supports‍You With Care