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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.
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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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Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Preston Ireland Bowker is a funeral director located at 20b Queen Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, and forms part of the Dignity group — one of the UK's most trusted providers of funeral services. As part of the Dignity network, Preston Ireland Bowker benefits from a caring 24-hour service, ensuring that families in Lancaster and the surrounding area have access to professional, compassionate support every step of the way, 365 days a year.
The branch upholds Dignity's commitment to the highest standards of care, with continued investment in staff, premises, and vehicles to ensure that every family receives a respectful and dignified service. Whether arranging a traditional funeral, a personalised service, or exploring prepaid funeral plans, the team at Preston Ireland Bowker is dedicated to making a difficult time as manageable as possible.
Dignity's client surveys reflect the exceptional standards maintained across their branches, with 99.9% of clients finding staff respectful and 99.6% agreeing that staff listened to their individual needs and wishes. Preston Ireland Bowker is proud to serve the Lancaster community with the compassion and professionalism that families deserve during their most profound moments.
"I cannot thank you enough for the dignified and beautiful funeral for my mum. You showed such compassion for us all and our loved one. It was a truly beautiful send off."
— Jackie Surridge
"Small and important touches made us feel that our loved one was in compassionate hands."
— Anne Llewellyn
"The staff who took mum from home to the funeral directors were beyond respectful and handled the situation and mum with the utmost of care. Sarah had this faultless knack of making us smile and laugh at our lowest ebb."
— Kev Foxcroft (about Sarah)
"Brilliant from start to finish. David gave superb guidance and compassion throughout the planning and on the day itself. Really going into detail on every aspect and making the day so personal to us. They're the reason she had the beautiful send off she so truly deserved and I am eternally grateful."
— Gabriel Williams (about David)
"I honestly can't thank everyone at Preston Ireland Bowker enough for what they did for baby Lottie, not just baby Lottie but for looking after us as a family too. Alex is absolutely amazing and I would highly recommend this funeral directors to anyone."
— Danielle Canavan (about Alex)
"She led the funeral to the crematorium and took our 12 year old daughter by the hand so that she could lead her grandma on her final journey. The comfort this gave my daughter was unplanned and spontaneous on the part of Sarah. She read the whole situation and understood us as a family perfectly. As I said on the day Sarah...'Never ever change, just be you'"
— Kev Foxcroft (about Sarah)
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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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