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Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
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Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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"Thank you to Sheena, Margot and Eric for all their help and respect. It was professional and perfect."
— Chris Tomsett (about Sheena, Margot & Eric)
"The staff supported me through such a hard time when I lost my husband, and respected my wishes and also what my husband wanted. Everything was organised in such a great manner. Couldn't praise them more."
— Zara Bibi
"Every detail is dealt with to perfection from first approaching them to the funeral itself and the weeks and months following. Truly professionals and I could not have received better support from any other funeral directors."
— Carolyn Clarke (about Sheena)
"A first class service. At a terrible time in my life, having such amazing people look after my husband's funeral made things much easier. Leanne, Sheena and Margot are so lovely, caring and professional. I and my girls can't thank them enough."
— Julie Walker (about Leanne, Sheena & Margot)
"Thank you so much for the love and support you gave to me and my brother. You helped us so much through the difficult time of losing our beautiful dad. When we came to see dad at the chapel of rest he looked amazing, which was so comforting. You have all done us very proud."
— Carolyn Peake
"My son died suddenly May last year. We turned to Storers to give him a funeral that he deserved. Margot and Leanne, you supported us through the worst time in our lives. You gave us love, compassion and true empathy. I will never forget your kindness in our hour of need. We shared some very special moments, we laughed and cried with you, but we could never have got through without your support."
— Beverley Joy Frost-Townsend (about Margot & Leanne)
Carolyn Peake
2 months ago
Thank you so much for the love and support you gave to me and my brother. You helped us so much through the difficult time of losing our beautiful dad. Without you lovely people we couldn’t have done this. When we come to see dad at the chapel of rest he looked amazing which was so comforting. You have all done us very proud thank you so much. Carolyn, Darren & family x
Chris Tomsett
4 months ago
Thank you for everything you did for my Husbands funeral. It was professional and perfect.Thank you to Sheena,Margot and Eric,for all their help and respect.
Beverley Joy Frost-Townsend
a year ago
My son died suddenly May last year. We turned to Storers to give him a funeral that he deserved. I cannot praise them enough. Margot and Leanne you supported us through the worse time in our lives. You gave us love compassion and true empathy. I will never forget your kindness in our hour of need. I Thankyou from the bottom of my heart you are truly in the right job. We shared some very special moments we laughed and cried with you but we could never have got through without your support. ❤️
Julie Walker
2 years ago
A first class service, at a terrible time in my life having such amazing people look after my husband’s funeral made things much easier. Leanne, Sheena and Margot are so lovely, caring and professional. I and my girls can’t thank them enough
Carolyn Clarke
3 years ago
First class service! Truly professionals and I could not have received better support from any other funeral directors. My family have always used Storer’s and will continue to do so. Every detail is dealt with to perfection from first approaching them to the funeral itself and the weeks/months following. Highly recommendable. Thank you to Sheena and all the staff.
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Question of 3
Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
Don't worry — lots of people aren't sure at this stage. A quick chat can work out whether the funeral costs can be covered.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
Free, no obligation.
Want to find out for sure?
Free, no obligation.
Sail Probate · Trusted by thousands of families
A specialist will call you soon
Free, no-obligation advice from Sail Probate
What happens next
Request received
Just now
A specialist reviews your details
Within 1 hour
You'll receive a call
Within 24 hours
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
Result saved
If you need help later, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
We'll give you a call
A Sail Probate specialist will talk you through everything and answer any questions.
Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
No problem
If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
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