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£1,380
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£450
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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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James Ashton & Edward McHugh is the Lochee branch of James Ashton & Son, one of Dundee's most established and trusted independent funeral directors. Operating from 188 High Street, Lochee, Dundee, this branch forms part of a family of funeral homes that has been serving the local community with compassion and care since 1910, making it one of the region's longest-standing and largest independent funeral director groups.
The Lochee branch is dedicated to providing personalised, heartfelt services tailored to each family's unique needs, recognising that every loved one deserves a meaningful farewell. The team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring families can reach out for support whenever they need it most. Their approach centres on compassionate care, transparent communication, and professional expertise, guiding families through every step of the funeral arrangement process with empathy and understanding.
Services offered include both burial and cremation arrangements, direct cremation and burial options, care and viewing facilities, floral tributes, assistance liaising with officiants, and a range of additional services such as memorials, repatriation, and prepayment plans. Financial assistance guidance is also available for families who may need support with funeral costs.
"Everyone at the service said that it was such a beautiful celebration of mums life. You made everything so much easier than we thought it would be."
— Patricia Mullady
"Your staff at all times, especially Colin, were so respectful and attentive. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was explained. We approached the funeral planning with some trepidation having never had to organise one before, but you made everything so easy to negotiate."
— Mark Veal (about Colin)
"Thank you so much for organizing a dignified farewell for my brother Adam. I'm very grateful for the help of all the employees."
— Arek Kuszak
"I used Ashton's for my father and mother's funerals nearly 31 years apart and every single member of staff were brilliant. Communication from the directors via email and phone calls were first class."
— Iain Dunbar (about Callum)
"Callum and Craig did everything and more for my partners funeral. They made a very difficult time a little easier. They way they just knew what I wanted and what I didn't want. Honestly best service ever."
— Lisa McAllister (about Callum, Craig)
"As two young women who lost our father after a long illness, Sarah at Ashtons guided my sister and I through the process and made something that was very daunting and upsetting straightforward to navigate. I cannot recommend their services highly enough."
— Marianne Bryan (about Sarah)
Marianne Bryan
2 months ago
The team at Ashtons were unbelievably compassionate at a very difficult time for my sister and I. As two young women who lost our father after a long illness, Sarah at Ashtons guided my sister and I through the process and made something that was very daunting and upsetting straightforward to navigate. I cannot recommend their services highly enough.
Linda Wallace
3 months ago
To all the staff of James Ashton, Edward & Mchugh but in particular James. Thank you for all your help and assistance with the funeral arrangements for my brother Simon Doogan Jnr. Your attention to detail is exemplary. I would also like to mention the celebrant Alan for his kind words and compassion at both services. I could not recommend highly enough.
Mr Glass
4 months ago
I cannot recommend this company enough, they were amazing from start to finish through a very difficult time. A special mention to Callum who looked after the family throughout the whole process. Many thanks the Glass family
Arek Kuszak
5 months ago
Thank you so much for organizing a dignified farewell for my brother Adam. I'm very grateful for the help of all the employees. Best regards from Poland.
Lisa McAllister
10 months ago
Callum and Craig did everything and more for my partners funeral. They made a very difficult time a little easier. They way they just knew what I wanted and what I didn't want. Honestly best service ever. Thank you both so so very much. From the girl with the blue shoe's 😉
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Ready to speak to someone? A free, no-obligation call can help you understand the next steps.
If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
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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