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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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W. Uden & Sons is a family-run funeral directors proudly serving London and Kent since 1881. Now in its fifth generation, the company has been providing compassionate and personalised funeral services for over 140 years. The Eltham branch, located at 51-53 Passey Place, is one of several offices across the region and can be reached directly on 020 8850 2868.
The firm combines long-standing traditions with modern approaches to meet the needs of today's families. Their modern facilities, impeccable vehicles, and immaculate attire reflect a deep commitment to excellence, while their unwavering care ensures that every loved one is treated as if they were a member of their own family.
W. Uden & Sons offers a comprehensive range of services including cremation and burial packages, pre-paid funeral plans through Golden Charter, repatriation to worldwide destinations, children's funerals, above-ground funerals, and funerals for all faiths and cultures. Every funeral is tailored to honour the life, values, and wishes of the loved one, whether a simple dignified service or a more personal and unique tribute.
"The funeral attendants, led by Lee, were professional, compassionate and extremely caring. The image of the cars and flowers was breathtaking."
— Jayne Fallon (about Lee)
"Exceptional service from start to finish, and also received a courtesy call a couple of days after the funeral, just to see if there was anything else we needed, or wanted help with. Have used Udens twice in four years now, and you know you will be in safe hands."
— Jay K.
"At a time of stress and grief, Udens made the arranging of the funeral for our mother a much easier experience than could be expected. Sarah and Denise between them took me through the process and explained what would happen so that there were no surprises and no uncertainty."
— Kim Causer (about Sarah)
"The care and attention to detail given for my mums funeral were above and beyond expectations. The respect paid to my darling mum on her final journey was so appreciated as was the care and kindness given to the rest of the family and mourners. There really is no comparison. Special thanks to Matthew Uden for taking care of every detail."
— Jacqueline Hurley-Eden (about Matthew Uden)
"Thank you for looking after me and giving me the strength to remain positive and strong throughout. You truly listened to what mattered to us. You gave us space when needed, and you were always approachable and responsive. The memorial gave genuine comfort to my family, Chris' family, and all his friends."
— Katrin Sier (about Sarah)
"From the moment we met Sarah, we felt immediately at ease and as though we were her priority. Every step of organisation was explained to us clearly and our questions were answered with urgency and clarity. Udens stated, 'it was a privilege to take care of' my husband (our dad) and that's exactly how you made us feel. We cannot thank you enough."
— Jayne Fallon (about Sarah)
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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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