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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
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.
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L Champ Funeral Services Ltd, trading as Champ Funeral Services, has been a cornerstone of care and professionalism in the Accrington and Hyndburn area since 1986. Based at Bank House on Whalley Road in Clayton-le-Moors, the firm serves families across Clayton-le-Moors, Hyndburn, the Ribble Valley, and surrounding areas of Lancashire, offering compassionate and personalised funeral care.
Founded by Lianna Champ, whose life's work has focused on enhancing funeral services and grief education, the company is built on what they call 'the Champ Way' — going beyond the ordinary by integrating timeless traditions with modern expectations. Their inclusive, heart-centred approach ensures that every individual feels supported, welcoming people of all backgrounds and cultures. Grief is treated as deeply personal, and the team strives to provide care that makes a lasting, positive impact.
Champ Funeral Services is available 24 hours a day and is proud to offer a holistic experience that goes beyond purely practical arrangements. Founder Lianna Champ is an author, Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist, and holder of a Diploma in Funeral Directing, and has even published a book, 'How to Grieve Like a Champ', reflecting the firm's deep commitment to supporting families before, during, and after loss.
"Absolutely fantastic from start to finish. A real sympathetic touch to everything they do."
— Nic Williams
"A perfectly simple and beautiful service was orchestrated by Carl for my Brother. The attention to detail and personal touches were of incredible comfort at such a difficult time."
— Carena Bell (about Carl)
"The care and compassion didn't end once we paid the bill, with Carl and the team reassuring us that if we required anything else they were only a phone call away. We weren't made to feel like a paying customer."
— Emily Clarke (about Carl)
"Champs stood out immediately. They were a cut above the rest in the area, not only in terms of value and clarity, but more importantly in how they treated me with the utmost compassion, professionalism and care. I had no doubt that she would be looked after with the same respect and care they showed to me."
— Elsie-Marie Raith (about Carl)
"You made this a special occasion and really highlighted my fathers life. The send off was better than anyone could of imagined. Not another place I would trust with such an important task. Lianna, you are truly wonderful as well as all the staff there."
— Lucian (about Lianna)
"The incredibly caring and compassionate service provided means the Champ team become a positive light on an often dark and difficult path. This is the 3rd family bereavement that Lianna Champ and her team has helped us with over the last 25 years and the excellent service they provide just keeps getting better."
— Carena Bell (about Lianna Champ)
Carl Taylor
Funeral Service Manager
"The care and compassion didn't end once we paid the bill, with Carl and the team reassuring us that if we required anyt…"
Carl Taylor
Funeral Service Manager
"The care and compassion didn't end once we paid the bill, with Carl and the team reassuring us that if we required anyt…"
Carl Taylor
Funeral Service Manager
"The care and compassion didn't end once we paid the bill, with Carl and the team reassuring us that if we required anyt…"
Lianna Champ
Founder
"This is the 3rd family bereavement that Lianna Champ and her team has helped us with over the last 25 years. The Champ …"
Lianna Champ
Founder
"This is the 3rd family bereavement that Lianna Champ and her team has helped us with over the last 25 years and the exc…"
Lianna Champ
Founder
"This is the 3rd family bereavement that Lianna Champ and her team has helped us with over the last 25 years. The Champ …"
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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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