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Attended Burial
£2,700
Attended Cremation
£2,450
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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?
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Spencer and Peyton Ltd is an independent, third-generation family-run funeral directors and monumental masons based in Basingstoke, Hampshire. Established in 1961, they are proud to be the oldest independent funeral directors and monumental masons in the Basingstoke area, serving families across Basingstoke, Hook, Tadley and the surrounding communities for over 60 years.
The team at Spencer and Peyton are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, ensuring that families receive compassionate support whenever they need it most. Their comprehensive range of services includes funeral arrangements, green funerals, repatriation, prepaid funeral plans, and a full stonemasonry service covering headstones, memorials, renovations, additional inscriptions, and grave tending. Funeral arrangements can be made in their welcoming arranging rooms or in the comfort of a family's own home.
Spencer and Peyton are known for their warm, professional approach and the genuine care they extend to every family in their time of need. The funeral home offers a range of funeral packages to suit different needs and budgets, including the Classic Funeral, Traditional Funeral, and Direct Funeral options. They are also an Introducer Appointed Representative of Golden Leaves Limited for prepaid funeral plans, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
"Daren and the whole team were consummate professionals from initial telephone call through to distributing flowers after the Funeral Service. I would wholeheartedly recommend using them to arrange a loved one's Funeral."
— Nick Y (about Daren)
"We are so grateful to Scott and Stephanie for the exceptional care and compassion they showed throughout the entire process — always professional, understanding, and patient, guiding us through each step with genuine kindness."
— Katie Ingamells (about Scott)
"Jon regularly kept in touch, providing suggestions and making sure that everything was in place to ensure the funeral went smoothly. I can't recommend Spencer & Peyton highly enough."
— Josie Gavoyannis (about Jon)
"John remembered us and guided the whole process end to end — it felt personal in the nicest way. Being something of a family business, it just felt like it was all part of the service."
— Adam Sherbert (about John)
"Spencer & Peyton took all the worry off of our shoulders. The send off they organised was everything we could have hoped for. My family and I are so thankful for their help at such a difficult time and are so glad we chose them for my Dad's arrangements."
— Mia Lyons
"Stephanie took such great care of us, driving us with warmth and reassurance, and making sure we felt comfortable and supported. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and every detail was handled beautifully."
— Katie Ingamells (about Stephanie)
Adrian Spencer
Company Director
Adrian Spencer is a Company Director at Spencer and Peyton, helping to lead this long-established family funeral busine…
Andy Stillings
Funeral Operative
Andy Stillings serves as a Funeral Operative at Spencer and Peyton, supporting the team in delivering respectful funera…
Becky Smith
Accountant
Becky Smith works as Accountant at Spencer and Peyton, supporting the financial operations of the firm.
Daren Martin
Funeral Director
"Daren and the whole team were consummate professionals from initial telephone call through to distributing flowers afte…"
Dean Steer
Stonemason
Dean Steer is a stonemason at Spencer and Peyton, contributing to the firm's stonemasonry and memorial services.
Ed Schupp
Stonemason
Ed Schupp is a stonemason at Spencer and Peyton, crafting headstones and memorials as part of the firm's monumental mas…
Elizabeth Peyton-Harris
Company Director
Elizabeth Peyton-Harris is a Company Director at Spencer and Peyton, part of the family leadership guiding the business.
Gill Butcher
Accounts
Gill Butcher handles accounts at Spencer and Peyton, supporting the smooth running of the business.
Jon Harris
Funeral Manager
"Jon regularly kept in touch, providing suggestions and making sure that everything was in place to ensure the funeral w…"
Julie Trueman
Stone Office Manager and Pre-planning Manager
Julie Trueman manages the stone office and oversees pre-planning services at Spencer and Peyton.
Katie Dew
Funeral Director's PA
Katie Dew serves as PA to the Funeral Directors at Spencer and Peyton, supporting the team and families throughout the …
Kayleigh Faulkner
Funeral Operative
Kayleigh Faulkner works as a Funeral Operative at Spencer and Peyton, assisting in the care and conduct of funerals.
Pam Jeffery
Receptionist
Pam Jeffery is the Receptionist at Spencer and Peyton, noted by families for her sympathetic and efficient support.
Scott Matthews
Funeral Director
"We are so grateful to Scott and Stephanie for the exceptional care and compassion they showed throughout the entire pro…"
Stephanie Harris
Florist
"Stephanie took such great care of us, driving us with warmth and reassurance, and making sure we felt comfortable and s…"
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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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