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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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J Stamp & Sons is a third-generation, independent, family-owned funeral directors and memorial masons based in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. Founded in 1946 by the late Jack Stamp, the business has built its reputation over decades of serving the local communities of Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, and Rutland with caring and professional service.
Located at 'The Chestnuts' on Kettering Road, the business is run by third-generation family members Jonathan Stamp, David Stamp, and Alison Stamp, supported by a dedicated team. Their ethos centres on treating every family as individuals, guiding them gently through all arrangements and going the extra mile because they genuinely care. The chapel of rest is available by appointment during office hours, with a 24-hour on-call funeral director available for urgent needs.
J Stamp & Sons offers a comprehensive range of services including funeral directing, memorial masonry, natural and woodland burials, catering services, bereavement counselling, funeral plans, flowers, and direct cremation. Pricing is tailored to individual family requirements, with written estimates provided and no advance payment normally required.
"Claire was wonderful organising my father's funeral with care, love and compassion. The service, flowers, casket and gentlemen at the funeral were all fantastic. Would always recommend this wonderful funeral directors."
— Jack Russell (about Claire)
"What I didn't want was anything too formal and impersonal, what I received was more than I could ever have wished for. Thank you the whole Stamp family — what you did mattered."
— Iz Sh
"They were the ones that contained our ideas and our grief to create an incredibly special day with family and friends, to say our loving goodbyes. The thread of the Stamps team walking us through the day from the first hello to the last goodbye was a significant part of what helped me to hold myself together."
— Katy Mcveigh (about Taylor)
"From mum being collected by two ladies, which gave me so much comfort, to the wonderful Sarah M who supported me through the planning. Anything I wanted was sorted without fuss. On the day Johnathan and his fabulous team arrived immaculate, bang on time and in the beautiful bright ties I'd asked for. It made me cry in a good way."
— Iz Sh (about Sarah M)
"I had always imagined that this situation would feel cold, distant and melancholy. But what we needed was care and kindness. And that was 100% what was communicated. People doing a job, offering a service in a very sad situation, but doing it with warmth and sincerity."
— Katy Mcveigh (about David Stamp)
"I have been to other funerals. This was the first funeral of a close family member. It is a day that will stay with me forever, not for sad reasons, but because together we created something so uplifting and yet intimate, that I know in my heart we got it exactly right for her. A business that can help you to do that, is a business worth using."
— Katy Mcveigh (about Taylor)
Alison Stamp
Senior Funeral Director
Alison has worked in the family business since 2004, having previously had a career in the legal profession and sales. …
Alison Stamp
Senior Funeral Director
Alison has worked in the family business since 2004 after a career in the legal profession and sales. She is a third ge…
David Stamp
Director
"Wearing pink ties, which was a choice we could make, they were so reverent. It somehow made it all seem absolutely ok o…"
David Stamp
Director
"I had always imagined that this situation would feel cold, distant and melancholy. But what we needed was care and kind…"
Jonathan Stamp
Managing Director
Jonathan is the third-generation Managing Director, having joined the family business in 1997. He holds degrees in engi…
Jonathan Stamp
Managing Director
Jonathan is the Managing Director, having joined the business in 1997. He is a third generation member of the Stamp fam…
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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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