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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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Dennis Easton Funeral Service is located at The Lodge, 1 Broad Leas, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, and is part of the Central England Co-operative family of funeral homes. With a heritage spanning 100 years of professional care, the branch is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalised support to families during their most difficult times. The team is available 24 hours a day, every day, ensuring that help is always on hand whenever it is needed.
The branch offers a wide range of services tailored to the individual needs of each family, including personalised life celebrations, creative floral tributes, memorial tributes and keepsakes, and free Griefchat bereavement support. Whether families are looking for a traditional service or a unique celebration of life, the team at Dennis Easton Funeral Service is committed to guiding and supporting them through every step of the process.
Additional services available include funeral plans to provide peace of mind for the future, as well as Wills and Probate assistance to help protect loved ones. The branch accepts a variety of payment methods including BACS, cash, Mastercard, and Visa, making the process as straightforward as possible for those they serve.
"From the first telephone call onwards, it was just right in every sense. The team are incredibly sensitive, helpful and able to support at a time of need."
— Tom Parry
"Although it was a very sad day they made it special with their little touches. Very professional and I would definitely have them again."
— Sharon Nichols
"It was a relief that someone like Carol was in charge. Laura has it all organised, so no fear it will be another straightforward day."
— David Pope (about Carol)
"Dennis Easton are outstanding in their professionalism, kindness and empathy at a time when you need it most."
— Debbie Turner (about Laura)
"Darren even managed to have a photo of my father's classic car on the order of service. Nothing was too much trouble."
— Annette Farrow (about Darren)
"Stephen Hayter who was beyond amazing before and on the day of the funeral. Thank you from Jean's husband and family for your support and making it such a special memory for us."
— Debbie Turner (about Stephen Hayter)
David Pope
4 months ago
I had Dennis Easton, carry out my funeral arrangements for my father. They are a first class professional service. They started by collecting my father body from a Biggleswade Hospice.There was no fuss, they just duly got on with their business and are very supportive. After a meeting they took care of all the arrangements for the cremation service. The day itself went very smoothly and it was a relief that someone like Carol was in charge. We are yet to have the interment, but Laura has it all organised, so no fear it will be another straightforward day. Thank you, with especial thanks to Carol, Laura, Diane and Steph who was our chauffeur in the limousine.
Annette Farrow
a year ago
Darren ,Laura and team at Dennis Easton , St Ives were so kind and compassionate in arranging my father's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble. Darren even managed to have a photo of my father's classic car on the order of service. I highly recommend them to anyone who has lost a loved one . Excellent service .
Greg Simcock
a year ago
Dennis Easton (St Ives) Funeral were professional from start to finish, really asking the right questions to ensure we had the service we wanted
Debbie Turner
2 years ago
Dennis Easton are outstanding in their professionalism, kindness and empathy at a time when you need it most. Thank you to the whole team, and in particular those who supported us with the funeral of our mum Jean Van Danzig. From Laura who met us to make the arrangements to Stephen Hayter who was beyond amazing before and on the day of the funeral. Thank you from Jean’s husband and family for your support and making it such a special memory for us. AMAZING 👼
Ben Brown
9 months ago
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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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