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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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Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Sean Crilley Funeral Directors is a local, independent family funeral director based at 78 Brook Street, Carlisle, offering a personal, professional, and ethical funeral service to families across Carlisle, North Cumbria, and the surrounding areas. With over 20 years of association with the funeral profession, Sean holds a National Association of Funeral Directors Level 4 Higher Diploma in Funeral Directing, ensuring that families receive well-informed, compassionate guidance at every stage of the process. The team is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, providing round-the-clock support whenever it is needed most.
The funeral home operates from its main office on Brook Street, Carlisle, and also offers the use of Lismore Chapel of Rest, a beautiful and very private facility also located in Carlisle. Services include the transfer of the deceased, private chapel of rest facilities, funeral vehicles including specialist options such as horse-drawn or motorcycle hearses, a wide range of coffin choices including eco-friendly alternatives, and pre-paid funeral plans. Sean Crilley Funeral Directors is a proud member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and is committed to transparency in pricing, publishing standardised price lists in compliance with the Funerals Market Investigation Order 2021.
"Excellent support and standard of service."
— Samantha Blackburn
"Sean is looking after my dad right now, he has done an amazing job. He's a lovely man, he meets what you want. I am pleased to have met Sean."
— True Blue Rangers (about Sean)
"Jonathan has been brilliant. He has been awesome, helping with a lot of the paperwork and everything else. Answering everything we had. I could not ask for anything else."
— Maxine Blaylock (about Jonathan)
"My husband's funeral was handled with great care and sensibility. It was a woodland burial with a wicker coffin and everything was flawless. I can't recommend him more highly. 10 out of 10."
— Judith Swinsco
"Sean was so professional and caring from the minute I contacted him to after my father's funeral. Helpful and kind and would certainly recommend him to anyone wanting a personal service."
— Lynn Topaz (about Sean)
"You are all so compassionate and caring, nothing was too much trouble at all. A big thanks to Jason for helping me through a difficult time when i lost my dear friend Geoff, you made a difficult day turn into a memorable day."
— Alysha Thompson (about Jason)
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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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