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Attended Burial
£2,400
Attended Cremation
£900
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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.
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Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Tony Clarke Funeral Directors in South Hylton is a family-run funeral home serving Sunderland with care, dignity, and professionalism. We offer traditional funerals, direct cremation, pre-paid plans, and personal tributes. Our compassionate team is available 24/7 to guide and support you every step of the way.
Mustafa Ozturk
a month ago
We recently arranged a direct cremation with Tony Clarke Funeral Directors and had a very positive experience. The whole process was handled with care and professionalism, and it really took the pressure off the family during a difficult time. What stood out was the clarity and honesty around pricing — unlike other funeral directors who list a lower fee but then add the cremation cost on top, Tony Clarke's price was fully inclusive from the start. No surprises, no hidden extras — just respectful, straightforward support based entirely on the family's wishes. Highly recommended.
Paul Field
a month ago
Service was impeccable,staff really caring and go above and beyond to make it a comforting day for families on such a sad day. Would recommend anybody who has a bereavement to consider Tony Clarke funeral directors just how caring and considerate they are at a sad time
Nguyễn Văn Thông
2 months ago
Tony Clarke Funeral Directors provided a truly compassionate and professional service during a very difficult time for our family. The care and respect shown throughout the arrangements for Joan's funeral were exceptional. From the initial enquiries to the service at Sunderland Crematorium and the burial, everything was handled with great attention to detail. The team made sure we had everything we needed, including a livestream for those who couldn’t attend, and supported us every step of the way. We are especially grateful for the dignity and kindness shown to our family, and for helping us celebrate Joan’s life just the way she would have wanted. Thank you to everything Tony and Marek — your warmth and support meant so much.
Michelle Robertson
2 months ago
What can I say from very first phone call to even after the funeral Christine and carole were truly truly amazing so caring in everything and kept in touch in every step of the way, they are so personal and sincerely care very much. I could not recommend them enough felt as if I knew these ladies for years. Could not have been any happier with everything they done. Just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart you are truly amazing kind regards Michelle Robertson xxxx
Sharon Morgan
3 months ago
My husband passed a few weeks ago and Tony was who he wanted to arrange his celebration of life. From start to finish I'm so glad we went with him. All the staff made it so easy with their help and were so proffesional nothing was too much trouble. Definitely helped us as a family through this difficult time
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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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