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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.
Want to talk it through?
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Want to check with a specialist?
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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
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If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
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A modern family business with traditional values we care for our clients and their loved ones as we would our own to provide reassurance when it is needed most in helping clients celebrate the life of the person they’ve lost.
Everyone here shows dignity and respect AT ALL TIMES for everyone in our care and are committed to delivering value in everything we do.
"She was so personable and able to offer up solutions to a number of details we wanted to include to make the day special and to reflect our sister. She kept us updated throughout and I appreciate how accommodating she was to all those involved in creating the send off."
— Sam Baines (about Sharon)
"We felt safe and secure that we were being looked after all the way through the entire process. So professional, friendly and happy to go the extra mile."
— Melanie Divall (about Murielle)
"She took us through it with care and patience and was able to accommodate all my mother's wishes for the service and for his ashes. We felt very reassured to have her organising it all for us."
— Barbara Payne (about Sharon)
"We felt looked after, and that our Dad was in good hands; before, during and after the service. Thank you for all you have done to bring it all together and make his send-off so special and memorable."
— Clare Herriot (about Sharon)
"Picture the person you love most in the world taking their final journey and having someone to hold your hand to guide you all the way in helping them do this. This is what Murielle at Borough Green did for us for our lovely mum Irene."
— Melanie Divall (about Murielle)
"Without Sharon being by my side I just couldn't have got through it all. She has a clear understanding of just what people need during a very testing time. Her level of empathy, dignity & respect came naturally. I wasn't just a customer with a funeral to arrange — the level of care & commitment they showed me was outstanding."
— Kellie Hobbs (about Sharon)
Pam Pines
Operations Manager
Pam Pines serves as Operations Manager at Welham Jones, supporting families across their seven branches in Kent.
Pam Pines
Operations Manager
Part of the Welham Jones team offering local knowledge and experience in planning and leading funeral services.
Rebecca Welham
Director, Business Development Manager
Part of the father and daughter family-run funeral business with three generations of experience spanning over 30 years.
Rebecca Welham
Director, Business Development Manager
Rebecca Welham is a Director and Business Development Manager at Welham Jones, part of the family-run funeral business …
Ricci Webster
Funeral Arranger
Ricci Webster is a Funeral Arranger based across the branches in Kent, offering local knowledge and experience in plann…
Ricci Webster
Funeral Arranger
Based across the seven branches in Kent, offering local knowledge and experience in planning and leading chosen funeral…
Simon Welham
Managing Director
Simon Welham is the Managing Director of Welham Jones, a father and daughter family-run funeral business with three gen…
Simon Welham
Managing Director
Part of the father and daughter family-run funeral business with three generations of experience spanning over 30 years.
Kellie Hobbs
a year ago
With absolutely not knowing of what to do or who to turn too after the sudden & unexpected passing of my brother , I’m glad i found wellham & jones . They gave me their upmost respect , the empathy & understanding came naturally . I wasn’t just customer with a funeral to arrange , in my time of need the level of care & commitment they showed me was outstanding . I was given guidance along with the help and support I needed . Never pressured or pushed , allowing me to take my time with all the overwhelming decisions I had to make . They show real compassion & care . The service was beautiful, keeping us informed every step of the way . The level of respect was exceptional. Sharon I just can’t thank enough ! A lady with a beautiful soul that went above & beyond . She has a clear understanding of just what people need during a very testing time . Her level of empathy, dignity & respect came naturally. Without Sharon being by my side I just couldn’t have got through it all . Thank you wellham & jones for an exceptional service you provided to us all .. I am forever grateful!
Clare Herriot
2 years ago
Sharon and the team at Borough Green provided an exceptional service for my Dad's funeral arrangements recently. They were so sensitive, organised, and communicated clearly every step of the way. We felt looked after, and that our Dad was in good hands; before, during and after the service. Thank you for all you have done to bring it all together make his send-off so special and memorable.
Sam Baines
3 years ago
Many thanks to Sharon who helped us in organising my sister's celebration of life. She was so personable and able to offer up solutions to a number of details we wanted to included to make the day special and to reflect our sister. She kept us updated throughout and I appreciate how accommodating she was to all those who were involved in creating the send off. On the day, the funeral director did well to manage a large number of people whilst working within a set timeframe. She was assertive and upbeat and ensured all requests were fulfilled. Thanks again to everyone at Welham Jones and all the best.
Barbara Payne
3 years ago
Sharon at Borough Green was a wonderful help when we had to sort my father’s funeral arrangements. The process can seem a bit overwhelming, but she took us through it with care and patience and was able to accommodate all my mother’s wishes for the service and for his ashes. We felt very reassured to have her organising it all for us.
Melanie Divall
6 years ago
Picture the person you love most in the world taking their final journey and having someone to hold your hand to guide you all the way in helping them do this. This is what Murielle at Borough Green did for us for our lovely mum Irene. Right from the first phonecall we were treated with sympathy, respect and care. So professional, friendly and happy to go the extra mile. I am so happy we chose Welham Jones family undertakers. The funeral service was joyful and sincere, we wore bright colours as it was a celebration of our mum's life. We were not rushed and there was someone there at all times to guide and help us. We felt safe and secure that we were being looked after all the way through the entire process. Thank you so much from all the family
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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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