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Attended Burial
£3,659
Attended Cremation
£1,700
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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.
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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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J. E. Hackett and Sons is a family-owned and operated independent funeral director based at 93 Leicester Road, Bedworth, Warwickshire, with a proud history stretching back to 1922. The Bedworth branch was established in 1953 by Jack Hackett and his wife Ethel, and has been serving the local community from the same address ever since. Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, the business is guided by the values of respect, care, and dignity that have been passed down through the generations.
The Bedworth branch offers a full range of funeral services, including a Traditional Bespoke Funeral, a Private Attended Funeral, and a Pure and Simple Direct Cremation. Each service is delivered with the same dedication and compassion, tailored to the individual wishes of every family. The team collects loved ones directly into their care and provides peaceful, private chapels for families to spend time together.
As proud members of both the NAFD and SAIF, J. E. Hackett and Sons adheres to the highest professional standards in the funeral industry. The team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring a compassionate, personal response whenever families need support. Pricing is clear and transparent, with a full itemised written estimate provided at the time of making arrangements.
"They certainly made the worst time of my life as bearable as possible. After the first phone call they just made everything fall perfectly into place."
— Angela Kenny
"Nothing ever seemed too much trouble from the beginning to the special day itself. I would like to say a special thank you to Hillary for steering me and my family through such a difficult time."
— Dean Taylor (about Hillary)
"It was a task I was dreading but you made the whole process seamless. As a family we all thank you sincerely for caring for mum, and without doubt recommend you as a truly professional company."
— Steve South (about Hillary)
"Sam at Hacketts was our contact and she was simply amazing. Not only was she professional and knowledgeable, she was also really friendly and human. We have used Hacketts for the funerals of mum and dad and can't praise them highly enough."
— Sue Brader (about Sam)
"I Could never ever thank hacketts enough for the care loving and compassion that they've provided to me and my family after my dad passed away, they looked after my dad from start to finish and I will forever be grateful to them and their help."
— Hannah Paterson
"Sam was simply incredible—completely professional, yet warm and friendly—guiding and supporting us throughout the entire process. During such a difficult and emotional time, Sam's support helped make a sad occasion a little easier to bear and relieved much of the pressure on our family."
— Carol Stafford (about Sam)
Charles Hackett
Funeral Director
Charles Hackett
Funeral Director
Charles Hackett
Funeral Director
Darryll Holloway
Embalmer
Darryll Holloway
Embalmer
Edward Hackett
Funeral Director
Edward Hackett
Funeral Director
Edward Hackett
Funeral Director
Elaine Williams
Stone Mason Secretary
Elaine Williams
Stone Mason Secretary
Elaine Williams
Stone Mason Secretary
Hilary Hackett
Bedworth Office Manager
Hilary Hackett serves as the Bedworth Office Manager for J. E. Hackett and Sons.
Hilary Hackett
Bedworth Office Manager
Hilary Hackett serves as the Office Manager for the Bedworth branch of J. E. Hackett and Sons, helping to ensure the sm…
Hilary Hackett
Bedworth Office Manager
Hilary Hackett
Bedworth Office Manager
Hilary Hackett
Bedworth Office Manager
Hugh "Thomas" Hackett
Director
Hugh "Thomas" Hackett
Director
Hugh "Thomas" Hackett
Director
Jane Hackett-Morley
Funeral Arranger
Jane Hackett-Morley
Funeral Arranger
"I Could never ever thank hacketts enough for the care loving and compassion that they've provided to me and my family a…"
Jane Hackett-Morley
Funeral Arranger
John Gallagher
Stone Mason Assistant
John Gallagher
Stone Mason Assistant
Jorj Hackett
Funeral Director
Jorj Hackett
Funeral Director
Jorj Hackett
Funeral Director
Kate Hackett
Funeral Arranger
Kate Hackett
Funeral Arranger
Kate Hackett
Funeral Arranger
Katie Watts
Funeral Arranger
Katie Watts
Funeral Arranger
Lance Rider
Funeral Service Operative
Lance Rider
Funeral Service Operative
Louise Smith
Funeral Arranger
Louise Smith
Funeral Arranger
Mark Randle
Stone Mason
Mark Randle
Stone Mason
Martin Ashton
Funeral Service Operative
Martin Ashton
Funeral Service Operative
Patience Hackett
Funeral Director
Patience Hackett
Funeral Director
Patience Hackett
Funeral Director
Sam Mullis
Funeral Arranger
"Sam at Hacketts was our contact and she was simply amazing. Not only was she professional and knowledgeable, she was al…"
Sam Mullis
Funeral Arranger
"Sam was simply incredible—completely professional, yet warm and friendly—guiding and supporting us throughout the entir…"
William "Bill" Hackett
Director
William "Bill" Hackett
Director
William "Bill" Hackett
Director
William Hackett
Funeral Service Operative
William Hackett
Funeral Service Operative
William Hackett
Funeral Service Operative
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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:
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