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Did the person who died own a property?
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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
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Arthur W. Bryant Funeral Service is an independent, third-generation, family-owned funeral director that has been serving local families for over 50 years. With offices across Cornwall and Devon, including their Launceston branch at 15 Church Street, the company is locally renowned for its dignified and professional approach to funeral care.
The Launceston office can be reached at 01566 232426 and is part of a wider network of branches in Bude, Camelford, and Holsworthy. The team provides a 24-hour service, 365 days a year, ensuring families always have access to support when they need it most.
Arthur W. Bryant Funeral Service offers a comprehensive range of funeral services, including traditional burial and cremation, direct cremation packages, pre-paid funeral plans, memorial masonry, keepsake jewellery, and grave tending services. Their experienced team guides families through every step of the funeral arrangement process, providing guidance, support, and reassurance before, during, and after the funeral.
"My father was treated with the utmost respect and dignity and all his wishes were carried out to perfection, which was a huge weight off my shoulders. All the staff were professional, polite, kind and friendly and nothing was too much bother."
— Helen Baker
"They got my father's last goodbye absolutely spot on and I had so many people tell me that the funeral was one of the best they've ever seen! Though it's the hardest time of your life, the Arthur W Bryant funeral team make what seems so difficult to do so easily calming and relaxing."
— Scotty Somerville (about Will)
"I had a bespoke coffin with his tractors on it, and lots of special things in the funeral all relevant to my dad. Nothing was any problem at all. Losing a loved one is very hard but the professional care and attention to detail was truly amazing. I could not have coped without them."
— Nicola Furse (about William)
"Will's visit to my mums was filled with compassion, understanding and love. We felt heard and nothing we wanted was made to feel impossible. Will strikes a unique balance of professionalism and respect, whilst still treating you and your loved one with dignity and kindness."
— Laura Johnston (about Will)
"On the day of the funeral, the level of respect and reverence given to my dad as he took his final journey, is one that will live in our hearts for the rest of our lives. Not only will you receive a prestigious celebration of your loved one's life, but throughout the process you will receive the kindness and care of an incredible team, who not only understand your pain, but have repeatedly demonstrated their commitment to the responsibility of you and your loved ones."
— Laura Johnston (about Will)
"Will brought my dad back from hospital to a peaceful and calm, loving environment. He dressed him and shaved him and treated him with the respect we could have only have hoped for. Will conducted himself in a way that made us feel like dad was as special to him as he was to us."
— Laura Johnston (about Will)
Arthur Bryant
Founder and Funeral Director
Arthur Bryant is the founder of the Arthur W. Bryant Funeral Service, which has been caring for local families for over…
Ash Goatcher
Funeral Administrator
Ash Goatcher is a Funeral Administrator, assisting with the coordination and administration of funeral services.
Callum Rogers
Funeral Director, General Office and Logistics Manager
Callum Rogers serves as Funeral Director and also manages the general office and logistics for the company.
Debbie Jenkins
Lead Funeral Administrator
Debbie Jenkins is the Lead Funeral Administrator, helping to ensure all arrangements are handled with care and precisio…
Kerstie Hunter
Funeral Director and Administrator
Kerstie Hunter combines the roles of Funeral Director and Administrator, providing both practical and compassionate sup…
Kingsley Bryant
Managing Director and Funeral Director
Kingsley Bryant serves as Managing Director and Funeral Director, continuing the family tradition of dignified and prof…
Lee Bakewell
Funeral Service Operative
Lee Bakewell is a Funeral Service Operative, providing hands-on support to ensure services are carried out with dignity…
Tasha Cottle
Funeral Administrator
Tasha Cottle works as a Funeral Administrator, supporting families through the administrative aspects of funeral arrang…
William Bryant
Director and Funeral Director
"I had a bespoke coffin with his tractors on it, and lots of special things in the funeral all relevant to my dad. Nothi…"
Nicola Furse
3 months ago
I would like to highly recommend William/ Tash and the team for an amazing job they did for me , arranging my fathers funeral . I had a bespoke coffin with his tractors on it , and lots of special things in the funeral all relavant to my dad . Nothing was any problem at all .....Losing a loved one is very had but the professional care and and attendtion to detail was truely amazing ....i coulld not have coped without them. This family run business has the most amazing customer care , not only to the deceased person but the loved ones dealing with a very difficult time ..... I am now arranging my mothers funeral and again they have been amazing . High recommended ....Nicky Furse
Scotty “r” Somerville
4 months ago
This funeral company dealt with my father’s body from start to finish, they handled him with the utmost care and respect he deserved. When it came to the funeral arrangements we had a lovely sit down and they took every detail I wanted onboard and made it happen right down to the minor details, all the staff were extremely professional and though it’s the hardest time of your life, the Arthur W Bryant funeral team make what seems so difficult to do so easily calming and relaxing. They got my father’s last goodbye absolutely spot on and I had so many people tell me that the funeral was one of the best they’ve ever seen! On behalf of my father and my family thank you to Will and the team for everything.
Laura Johnston
10 months ago
We chose A W Bryant’s based on their reviews and we are so grateful we did. From our call with Kingsley the day after my father passed, through to the visit from Will at my mums home and then the funeral, we have been treated as though we were family. Trying to find a funeral director that understands your family’s needs when you’ve never had to do that before, is daunting. But from that first call, right through to the incredible care, even after the funeral, A W Bryant’s have been amazing. Will’s visit to my mums was filled with compassion, understanding and love. We felt heard and nothing we wanted was made to feel impossible. Will strikes a unique balance of professionalism and respect, whilst still treating you and your loved one with dignity and kindness. Will brought my dad back from hospital to a peaceful and calm, loving environment. He dressed him and shaved him and treated him with the respect we could have only have hoped for. From going to visit dad, where we felt we had all time and support we needed, to all the special touches only Bryant’s could give us, Will conducted himself in a way that made us feel like dad was as special to him as he was to us. The team were able to find everything we could have hoped for, from a piper to a celebrant from the same city as my dad, making it feel even more special and personal. On the day of the funeral, the level of respect and reverence give to my dad as he took is final journey, is one that will live in our hearts for the rest of our lives. Will took such time to make sure that we all had the support we needed on the day, whilst still maintaining his professional, but kind and caring nature. We would without doubt recommend A W Bryant to anyone embarking on such a difficult time in their life. Not only will you receive a prestigious celebration of your loved one’s life, but throughout the process (and even after) you will receive the kindness and care of an incredible team, who not only understand your pain, but have repeatedly demonstrated their commitment to the responsibility of you and your loved ones.
David Green
a year ago
We used the services of Arthur W Bryant twice in the last year for both of my parents. Kingsley and William have progressed the family business into its third generation, and their experience is matched by their professionalism. I first encountered their services at the funeral of a friend in North Cornwall a few years ago, and I always knew that they would be my first port of call when the time came for me to send a fond farewell to my parents. I highly recommend them for the caring attitude and personal service that my family received.
Helen Baker
a year ago
The service provided by everyone at Arthur W Bryant Funeral Services was faultless. My father was treated with the upmost respect and dignity and all his wishes were carried out to perfection which was a huge weight off my shoulders. All the staff were professional , polite, kind and friendly and nothing was too much bother. Highly recommended as couldn’t have asked for better.
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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
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A specialist reviews your details
Within 1 hour
You'll receive a call
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Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
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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:
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