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£2,400
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£1,303
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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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Probate might not be needed
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We need a bit more info
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We are an independently owned and friendly funeral directors with welcoming premises.
Nothing is too much trouble and there is no such thing as a 'strange question'.
Our staff are trained to a high standard and Rik who is at the branch will arrange the funeral and will also be your funeral director on the day.
"Rik was compassionate, considerate and thoughtful and his whole team carried out their duties impeccably, easing our path through what is inevitably a difficult time."
— Martin Ross (about Rik)
"Having lost my father within two weeks of him getting covid I was an absolute mess. Rick gave me suggestions and made the whole process so much easier to deal with. I honestly don't know what I would have done without him."
— Marlena Cooper (about Rik)
"Your compassionate approach and patience gave us immense comfort. You ensured Dad was treated with the utmost dignity and respect, and we will forever be grateful."
— Carla Rapacioli (about Rik)
"I had special requests with the eulogy and while Obitus and Vinters Park Crematorium were unable to accommodate, Rik went out of his way to find a solution. He held up images during the eulogy to the cues I set perfectly. We've had 3 funerals now in the last 12 months with Rik."
— Emily Baddeley-White (about Rik)
"As he had asked for all to please wear bright colours, Rik and his team went the extra mile and wore bold coloured ties. Rik has helped me to find a firework company who make fireworks with ashes. Saturday 6th November my husband's ashes were set off in a firework display for Kim to light up the sky one more time and go out with a Big Bang."
— Maria Godden (about Rik)
"During our first meeting to arrange our mother's funeral, he lifted myself and my brother Bruce out of an extremely dark place. We left with a sense of relief, knowing all the arrangements were in very safe, capable hands."
— Bonnie Lou (Fay Woodward) (about Rik)
Kim Barton
Business Management
Kim has been with the company for years and has over two decades of funeral-related experience. She is responsible for …
Lee Hawden
Operation and Facilities Management
Lee ensures all physical needs of the company are covered, making sure everyone is where they need to be with the corre…
Michael Lawrence
Funeral Director / Owner
Second generation funeral director with approaching 50 years of experience serving the families of Maidstone and local …
Michael Lawrence
Funeral Director / Owner
Second generation Funeral Director with approaching 50 years of experience serving families in Maidstone and local vill…
Michael Lawrence
Funeral Director / Owner
Second generation funeral director with approaching 50 years of experience serving the families of Maidstone and the lo…
Michael Lawrence
Owner / Funeral Director
Michael is a second generation Funeral Director with approaching 50 years of experience serving families in Maidstone a…
Rik
Funeral Director (Barming branch)
"During our first meeting to arrange our mother's funeral, he lifted myself and my brother Bruce out of an extremely dar…"
Rik
Funeral Director (Barming)
"During our first meeting to arrange our mother's funeral, he lifted myself and my brother Bruce out of an extremely dar…"
Rik
Funeral Director
"During our first meeting to arrange our mother's funeral, he lifted myself and my brother Bruce out of an extremely dar…"
Rik
Funeral Director
"During our first meeting to arrange our mother's funeral, he lifted myself and my brother Bruce out of an extremely dar…"
Maria Jefferis
a month ago
Rik handled all the arrangements for Dad's funeral with great sensitivity and professionalism. Heartfelt thanks to him and the celebrant, Gemma Grant, who was absolutely perfect. They took so much of the stress off our shoulders.
Carla Rapacioli
3 months ago
Rik and the team were beyond fantastic. Thank you so much for the exceptional care, support, and guidance you provided to our family. During an incredibly difficult and emotional time, your compassionate approach and patience gave us immense comfort. You ensured Dad was treated with the utmost dignity and respect, and we will forever be grateful.
Catherine Stevens
5 months ago
The service we received from Rik and his team was excellent. All the staff were friendly, compassionate and very professional. My family and I would certainly recommend this family funeral service.The day was as perfect as it could be for a very sad occasion. Thank you all. Catherine Stevens
Martin Ross
2 years ago
We could not speak more highly of the service we received from the Family Funeral Service in Barming. Rik was compassionate, considerate and thoughtful and his whole team carried out their duties impeccably, easing our path through what is inevitably a difficult time. Thank you to the whole team for your kindness and professionalism. It was deeply appreciated.
Bonnie Lou
2 years ago
Rik has the perfect combination of compassion and a great sense of humour. During our first meeting to arrange our mother's funeral, he lifted myself and my brother Bruce out of an extremely dark place. We left with a sense of relief, knowing all the arangements were in very safe, capable hands. The day of the Funeral went without any problems, timed to perfection and with complete respect. We can't thank Rik enough for everything he organised and for all his hard work. Also Thank you to his wife for her stunning flower displays that can be ordered at the funeral office. Fay Woodward
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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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