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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
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You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
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Canler & Son is an independent funeral home located at 12 Highfield Road, Fakenham, Norfolk, and forms part of North Norfolk Funeral Services, a family-run group owned by the Blyth family since 1895. Canler & Son was acquired by Blyth & Sons Limited a few years after Lloyd Durham was brought into the group in 1983, building on a long tradition of trusted, local funeral care in the North Norfolk region.
The Fakenham branch is overseen by Funeral Director Guy Stratton, who was born and raised in Salthouse on the North Norfolk Coast. Guy joined Blyth & Sons Ltd in 1988 and gained his NAFD diploma in Funeral Directing in 1991, bringing decades of experience and deep roots in the local community to the role.
As full members of the National Association of Funeral Directors, Canler & Son upholds the highest professional standards and is governed by the NAFD's code of conduct. The team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and every funeral is tailored to meet the individual needs and wishes of families and their loved ones, with the greatest care and respect.
"Thank you to Guy and all at Canlers for your care, empathy and attention to detail. Hugely appreciated."
— Josephine Evans (about Guy)
"I am truly grateful for the service given at my mums recent funeral. Previously did my dads funeral. Brilliant company. Thank you for all the support, care and professionalism given to my family during this difficult time."
— Amber Sturman
"Guy was always professional, exceptionally kind and patient. This being a new experience for my brother and I, the excellent support during the whole process was greatly appreciated."
— Clare Gilbert (about Guy)
"Guy and Lisa made a very stressful time calm, professional and supportive when my dad suddenly died. A huge thanks for Guy's compassionate and practical guidance. The funeral was personal, caring and thoughtful. My dad would have approved!"
— Julie Thornton (about Guy)
"Chris on reception couldn't have been more helpful in accessing specific music recordings for the service, and arranging the most beautiful bespoke coffin for my Mum. This made the occasion really special and memorable for us."
— Josephine Evans (about Chris)
"Your expertise, warmth and care made a painful time so much more bearable. She was something of a perfectionist but I know she would have awarded you full marks!"
— Lucy Edge
Guy Stratton
Funeral Director
"Guy and Lisa made a very stressful time calm, professional and supportive when my dad suddenly died. A huge thanks for …"
Tasha Farrow
3 weeks ago
After dealing with the loss of my dad I contacted canler and son as my dad had no funeral plan in place and I had no clue what I was doing guy and Lisa were there from day one for everything and showed nothing but compassion through a time that was so difficult for me and my family I truly appreciate everything they have done every question I had was no trouble for them thankyou so much from the bottom of my heart you both are truly fabulous
Julie Thornton
2 months ago
Guy and Lisa, made a very stressful time calm, professional and supportive when my dad suddenly died. A huge thanks for Guy’s compassionate and practical guidance and his recommendation of celebrant Sarah Baker who was amazing, to Liz who created the order of service and helped guide us with content. Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made the funeral personal, caring and thoughtful. My dad would have approved!
Lucy Edge
4 months ago
On behalf of the whole family, I wanted to say a big thank you for directing Mum’s funeral. As an amateur theatre director she always understood, and appreciated, the importance of the role and she would have been pleased as punch with the job you did. She was something of a perfectionist but I know she would have awarded you full marks! Thank you also for holding our hands and guiding us through the whole process - your expertise, warmth and care made a painful time so much more bearable.
Amber Sturman
a year ago
I am truly grateful for the service given at my mums recent funeral. Previously, did my dads funeral. Brilliant company. Thank you again for all the support, care and professionalism given to my family and myself during this difficult time.
Clare Gilbert
3 years ago
Guy and his team provided excellent support during the whole process of arranging our Father’s funeral. This being a new experience for my brother and I was greatly appreciated. Guy was always professional, exceptionally kind and patient. Highly recommended Thank you.
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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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