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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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Lewis Northen Independent Funeral Directors is Beverley's only independent funeral directors, proudly serving the local community and surrounding areas. Born and raised in Beverley, Lewis Northen brings over 10 years of experience in arranging funerals, offering a deeply personal and family-focused approach to funeral services. As a family business, they are committed to treating every loved one with the utmost care, dignity, and respect from the very first point of contact and throughout the entire process.
The business prides itself on offering a comprehensive range of funeral services tailored to meet individual needs, ensuring every funeral is a fitting tribute to the loved one being remembered. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, the team provides continuous guidance and support to families during one of life's most challenging times.
Lewis Northen Independent Funeral Directors is a proud member of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD), reflecting their commitment to professional standards and excellence in care.
"We were allowed to visit the Chapel of Rest at any time and the support we received throughout was exceptional. The flowers were remarkable and the entire Service was indeed a joyous celebration of my Wife's life, with a special mention for Kirsty."
— Lynsey Guest (about Kirsty)
"Lewis made our entire family feel important to him, which given how distraught we all are and have been, meant such a lot. The respect and kindness he showed to us all was above and beyond what we had expected."
— Laura Kwist (about Lewis)
"Lewis was incredibly helpful and compassionate when arranging the funeral of my late grandmother. He assisted us from all the way in Australia to provide an online service, and went out of his way to accommodate our wishes."
— Sam Warren (about Lewis)
"Lewis - you made the saddest time in our lives bearable. You took off all the responsibility from the moment of mum's death when we contacted you till the actual burial. Your kindness, professionalism and genuine care was exceptional. I recommend you 120%"
— Jude Robinson (about Lewis)
"Unusually Lewis met with me and my wife before she died to plan her funeral in careful detail. She appreciated it a great deal. The ability to clearly follow my wife's wishes now comforts me and my children after her death."
— Jasper Shotts (about Lewis)
"Having just lost my son to suicide Lewis handled all the arrangements with kindness, compassion and respect. No funeral is nice but he ensured my precious son's final journey and service were a perfect memorial. I would not ever consider using anyone else in future."
— Paula Tempest (about Lewis)
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"Having just lost my son to suicide Lewis handled all the arrangements with kindness, compassion and respect. The servic…"
Lewis Northen
Funeral Director
"Having just lost my son to suicide Lewis handled all the arrangements with kindness, compassion and respect. No funeral…"
Jasper Shotts
a year ago
Lewis and his team provided a wonderful and outstanding service to me and my family when we lost my wife. Lewis was compassionate, professional and dedicated to ensure that the service provided was exactly right for our needs. Unusually Lewis meet with me and my wife before she died to plan her funeral in careful detail. She appreciated a great deal. The ability to clearly follow my wife`s wishes now comforts me and my children after her death. The skill of Lewis and his team and their commitment showed throughout was genuine and exemplary. I have arranged a number of funerals with different directors and I recommend this service very highly indeed.
Paula Tempest
a year ago
Having just lost my son to suicide Lewis handled all the arrangements with kindness, compassion and respect. The service ran like clockwork and his attention to detail was first class, no funeral is nice but he ensured my precious son’s final journey and service were a perfect memorial. I would not ever consider using anyone else in future, thanks so much Lewis xx
Phillip Johnson
a year ago
Lewis and the whole team looked after our family following the loss of my Mum.Lewis was extremely professional and compassionate and guided us through the whole process, nothing was too much trouble. We can't thank him and the team enough.We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lewis to any family.
Lesley Oxby
2 years ago
I first heard about Lewis Northen Funeral Services a couple of years ago and learning that he was an independent funeral director really appealed, the fact that he was from Beverley was even better. Sadly my sister and I lost our Mum a little while ago, I suggested Lewis to my family. Completely the right decision. Lewis and his colleagues took great care of Mum and us as a family. Professional, respectful, caring and compassionate, also friendly. We could not have been more pleased. Thank you all very much.
mike hawkins
3 years ago
Lewis and his team were caring and professional in dealing with my wife’s funeral, Providing our family and friends with a beautiful service. He helped me through the hardest weeks of my life. Thank you Lewis.
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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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