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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
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The Co-operative Funeralcare branch located at 63-67 Sitwell Street in Spondon, Derby, Derbyshire, is part of one of the UK's largest and most trusted funeral service providers. The Co-operative Funeralcare has a long-standing tradition of delivering compassionate and professional funeral care to families during their most difficult times. This branch serves the local Derby community and surrounding areas with a commitment to dignity, respect, and personalised care. As part of the wider Co-operative family, the branch upholds values of community, integrity, and member-focused service, ensuring that every family receives the support and guidance they need when arranging a funeral. Whether families are looking for a traditional funeral service or a more contemporary celebration of life, the team at Spondon is dedicated to helping create a meaningful farewell. The Co-operative Funeralcare also offers pre-paid funeral plans, allowing individuals to plan ahead and ease the burden on their loved ones.
"Katie and Sandra sorted everything out perfectly for us. It's been a very sad time and they helped us through it."
— Mark Shelton (about Katie)
"One member of staff even stayed over so we could visit Dad. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Could not have asked for a better service at what was a very difficult time."
— Gillian Cook
"We could feel our stress lifting away as the funeral was perfect. Kate, Sandra and Claire were very professional in every aspect but also very caring and patient with people going through their grief — they helped us enormously as we were not in the best frame of mind."
— Bev Redfern (about Kate)
"On the day we could not have had anyone better than Kate — she was outstanding with her empathy and support, we were all so impressed. You won't find anywhere better to provide such compassion at a very sad time."
— Sue Cooper (about Kate)
"From my first contact with Sandra and Claire to the exceptional way Kate supported me during this sad time especially at the funeral — a huge and grateful thank you from the bottom of my heart."
— john dawkins (about Kate)
"I lost my son unexpectedly and Kate and her team were there from start to finish. Kate took the pressure off all of us with her loving nature, she rang me everyday to see how we were. We felt that it was personal to her as well as us. We'll never forget her — you went above and beyond for us as a family and we'll never ever forget you for what you've done for us."
— Carol Baggott (about Kate Spencer)
Mark Shelton
2 months ago
Katie and Sandra sorted everything out perfectly for us. Its been a very sad time and they helped us through it. My daughter Zoeyzoboss motto was, Add life to your days, not days to your life. Shes now safe in the After Life.
Sue Cooper
8 months ago
I want to say a massive thank you for your professional service, kindness and support at a difficult time. You went through everything with us slowly to understand what type of service we would like and made all the necessary arrangements and regularly checked that we were happy with them. You also ensured we got the best value for money. On the day we could not of had anyone better than Kate she was outstanding with her empathy and support, we were all so impressed. I definitely recommend this funeral directors as you won't find anywhere better to provide such compassion at a very sad time.
Bev Redfern
9 months ago
Spondon Coop funeral care Kate Sandra and Claire were very Professional in every aspect of their job but also very caring and patient with people going through their grief, they helped us enormously as we were not in the best frame of mind every detail played out like clockwork and we could feel our stress lifting away as the Funeral was perfect.We would absolutely recommend anyone to go with Spondon Co-op Funeral Care
john dawkins
9 months ago
Unfortunately I had to use COOP funeral service for Patricia my wife. From my first contact with Sandra and Claire to the exceptional way Kate supported me during this sad time especially at the funeral a huge and grateful thankyou from the bottom of my heart. John
Carol Baggott
10 months ago
Kate Spencer and her team were amazing for me and my family, I lost my son unexpectedly and Kate and her team were there from start to finish, Kate took the pressure of all of us with her loving nature, she rang me everyday to see how we were,we felt that it was personal to her as well as us, we'll never forget her and want to say thankyou so much to Kate you were amazing, you went above and beyond for us as a family and we'll never ever forget you for what you've done for us, I won't be a stranger Kelly and I will come for coffee on a Wednesday, thankyou once again xx
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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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