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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
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.
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Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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"Rob looked after us with care, compassion and kindness. He provided help, guidance and great attention to detail. Very grateful to Bedwardine. Highly recommended."
— Clare Daley (about Rob)
"A truly outstanding level of care was provided by Russell and the team. The attention to detail, compassion, guidance and professionalism was so welcome at this sad time. The care shown towards us and our deceased loved one was greatly appreciated."
— Colette Maynard-Bond (about Russell)
"The staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was taken care of, allowing us to focus on honoring my nan's life and memory. Their kindness and empathy were truly remarkable, and we are forever grateful for their guidance throughout the entire process."
— Cerys Rose (about Dave)
"Rob understood and anticipated every feeling and need and went way beyond anything that could be reasonably expected. The presiding feeling you get with Bedwardine is that service to the bereaved and profound dignity are the most important standards to them."
— Paul Walker (about Rob)
"Russell's advice was timely and thoughtful - he was able to guide me before I even knew that I needed a question answering. If I could give them 6 stars I would."
— Jane Owens (about Russell)
"Nan had always specifically requested that she wanted Russell to look after her too and he did exactly that. A true gentleman who is a real credit to his profession. We can't thank the Bedwardine enough and will be forever thankful for their care, work and dedication."
— Rachael Challis (about Russell)
Clare Daley
4 months ago
Amazing service from Bedwardine. Rob looked after us with care, compassion and kindness. He provided help, guidance and great attention to detail. Very grateful to Bedwardine. Thank you. Highly recommended
Rachael Challis
a year ago
The Bedwardine are absolutely amazing. Russell looked after my Grandad when he passed away in 2021 and has just done the same for my Nan (August 2024) Nan had always specifically requested that she wanted Russell to look after her too and he did exactly that. A true gentleman who is a real credit to his profession. We can't thank the bedwardine enough and will be forever thankful for their care, work and dedication.
Cerys Rose
2 years ago
We cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible care and support provided by the Dave and the team at Bedwardine Funeral Services during my nan's funeral. From the moment we contacted them, they handled everything with such compassion and professionalism. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was taken care of, allowing us to focus on honoring my nan's life and memory. Their kindness and empathy were truly remarkable, and we are forever grateful for their guidance throughout the entire process. Thank you, Bedwardine Funeral Services, for your exceptional service during such a difficult time. You made a difficult experience more manageable, and we are deeply appreciative. We couldn’t recommend the team enough.
Paul Walker
2 years ago
What can I say? The most amazing and genuine service from a wonderful small company of funeral directors. Nothing was too much and the cost of everything was extremely reasonable. Special thanks to Rob. An instantly likeable and warm gentleman who understood and anticipated every feeling and need and went way beyond anything that could be reasonably expected, and this goes for every member of the team. It's easy to feel cynical as goes a lot of companies these days, but the presiding feeling you get with Bedwardine is that service to the bereaved and their family and profound dignity are the most important standards to them. I did my research before going with Bedwardine, and would implore families of the bereaved local to Worcester to look no further. I have never been more impressed.
Jane Shotton
a month ago
I cannot praise Bedwardine Funeral Services highly enough. Russell went above and beyond to ensure my mother's funersl ran smoothly. His advice and guidance was invaluable.
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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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