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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
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.
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Crowsons Funeral Directors is a trusted and well-established funeral director serving the local communities of Oundle, Barnwell, Thrapston, and the surrounding areas of Northamptonshire. Established circa 1900, the firm has built a long-standing reputation for providing caring, personal, and professional funeral services at one of life's most difficult times. The Barnwell branch is located at 48 Barnwell and can be reached 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The dedicated team at Crowsons is committed to guiding families through every aspect of funeral arrangements, from the practical and legal requirements to the personal touches that make a farewell truly meaningful. Their compassionate approach ensures that families feel supported and reassured throughout the entire process, whether arrangements are made in the branch or at the family's home.
Crowsons offers a wide range of funeral services including traditional funerals, cremations, burials, green and woodland funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation. They also provide prepaid funeral plans to help families plan ahead. Now part of Funeral Partners Limited and members of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD), Crowsons continues to uphold its heritage and commitment to the highest standards of care.
"Crowsons have delivered an incredible personal service including the very kind men who drove the Hearse — everything was done so respectfully and professionally."
— Marian Sanders (about Stella)
"Over the past few years Crowsons have dealt with my mothers funeral along with my uncles and my grandmothers. I wouldn't use any other funeral directors, the care and attention to detail is second to none."
— Georgie Spencer
"They were incredibly empathetic and knowledgeable, impressively efficient in every way, and took such a burden from us in planning my brother's funeral. The service and burial were made perfect by Crowson's amazing professionalism."
— Elizabeth Price
"Stella and the team were attentive from the outset, making a very difficult time a little easier. Our detailed requests were fully interpreted and actioned professionally and considerately, and the service provided on the day was exactly as we and Ness had hoped."
— Robin Skinner (about Stella)
"I couldn't be anymore thankful than I am to Toby and Crowsons for such an amazing service. You made the funeral process start to finish amazing and treated us all with such kindness and empathy. I couldn't have asked for any better and gave my loved one the send off he deserved."
— Emma Bailey (about Toby)
"Verna was so kind at all times, Chris totally professional in dealing with the practicalities and Milly was a wonderful presence at the memorial and interment services. I cannot praise the team highly enough and wouldn't have a moment's hesitation in recommending Crowsons."
— Sarah Rodger (about Verna, Chris, Milly)
Jane Hunt
Business Principal
Jane continues to serve as Business Principal at Crowsons Funeral Directors following the business becoming part of Fun…
Toby Hunt
Business Principal
"I couldn't be anymore thankful than I am to Toby and Crowsons for such an amazing service. You treated us all with such…"
Elizabeth Price
a month ago
The whole team at Crowsons are outstanding. They were incredibly empathetic and knowledgeable, impressively efficient in every way, and took such a burden from us in planning my brother's funeral. The service and burial were made perfect by Crowson's amazing professionalism.
Robin Skinner
4 months ago
Stella and the team were attentive from the outset, making a very difficult time a little easier. Our detailed requests were fully interpreted and actioned professionally and considerately, and the service provided on the day was exactly as we and Ness had hoped. Thank you from the family to the whole team
Sarah Rodger
5 months ago
Crowsons were kind, compassionate, understanding, and totally professional whilst being friendly from start to finish. They accommodated my various requests and pulled out the stops when I changed arrangements. Verna was so kind at all times, Chris totally professional in dealing with the practicalities and Milly was a wonderful presence at the memorial and interment services. I cannot praise the team highly enough and wouldn't have a moment's hesitation in recommending Crowsons in Barnwell.
Keysha Dartnell
11 months ago
The team at Crowsons were all professional and knowledgeable in their services. This was the first funeral I have had to arrange and all of my questions were answered and the whole process was made easy with minimal stress. Guidance on the day was extremely appreciated and so many people commented positively on the service provided. Thank you
Georgie Spencer
5 years ago
Over the past few years Crowsons have dealt with my mothers funeral along with my uncles and my grandmothers. I wouldn't use any other funeral directors, the care and attention to detail is second to none, everything we asked for was dealt with smoothly without any issues at all. The flowers were just AMAZING!
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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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