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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.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
Free, no obligation.
Want to find out for sure?
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Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Leechs of Manchester is a funeral director located at 95 Princess Road, Manchester. Unfortunately, the website content was not fully accessible at the time of extraction, as the page returned a bot-detection interruption message rather than displaying the full website content. As a result, detailed information about the branch's history, values, and specific services could not be retrieved directly from the site. Based on their established presence in Manchester, Leechs of Manchester is known as a local funeral director serving the community with care and professionalism. Families seeking funeral services in the Manchester area may contact the branch directly at their Princess Road location for full details about the services they offer, including burial, cremation, and any pre-arrangement options that may be available.
"When we lost a child several years ago, this funeral directors were wonderful. We were treated with dignity and kindness at a very difficult time for which we are so grateful."
— Ann Pritchard
"Holly and Paula at Leech Funeralcare went above and beyond to support us during my dad's funeral arrangements. They listened to our wishes, personalised every detail with care, and ensured the day ran smoothly. Thank you both for making such a difficult day as comforting as possible."
— chris macnab (about Holly, Paula)
"Losing my dad has been one of the hardest experiences of my life, but thanks to your incredible care and professionalism, we were able to give him the beautiful farewell he deserved. You didn't just organise a funeral—you created a truly meaningful and memorable tribute that honoured my dad with such grace and dignity."
— michelle whelan
"Paula and Holly were fantastic — I felt so at ease with them looking after my dad with respect and care. The process was difficult but with their help I navigated through the worst time of my life. I will be eternally grateful for their empathy and compassion. Even though it's a shame to meet them in this way, at least you have wonderful people to help you through."
— Yvonne Bell (about Holly, Paula)
"With over 20 years' experience working with and managing staff supporting individuals through trauma and emotional hardship, I understand the level of care required in such circumstances. Holly and Paula consistently demonstrated exceptional competence alongside genuine compassion, providing calm, clarity, and reassurance when it mattered most. They responded promptly and compassionately to every enquiry — often outside of normal working hours."
— Dy W (about Holly, Paula)
"There are some people who come into your life during your darkest moments and leave a mark on your heart forever. Holly is one of those people. She has now guided our family through two devastating losses... She didn't just organise two funerals for our family—she carried us through our grief with such love, patience, and kindness that we will never forget her. She treated our dad and our nana with such dignity and respect, as though they were members of her own family. You made the impossible feel bearable, and that is a gift we can never repay."
— L.C-W (about Holly)
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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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