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Attended Burial
£2,300
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£1,199
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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.
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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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White Rose Funeral Service is a family-run, independent funeral directors serving Barnsley and the wider Yorkshire area. The business is operated by Stephen and Jane, who bring a personal, compassionate, and respectful approach to every funeral they arrange. Families are assured they will deal directly with the owners at every stage, ensuring continuity of care and a truly personal service.
The Barnsley branch can be reached 24 hours a day, seven days a week, making sure families never have to face a difficult moment alone. White Rose Funeral Service prides itself on clear, transparent pricing with no hidden fees and no sales pressure, offering packages ranging from simple direct cremations to fully attended traditional funerals and burials.
Rated five stars by families across Yorkshire, White Rose Funeral Service has earned a strong reputation for professionalism, dignity, and value. Their team handles every detail with care, from bringing a loved one into their care to supporting families through all the necessary arrangements, making a difficult time feel calmer and more manageable.
"Jane took the time to sit with our family, listen to our memories, and understand what my mum meant to each of us. She helped turn a painful day into a truly special one in its own way."
— Rachel Singleton (about Jane)
"Everyone said it captured John to a tea and that he would have loved it. The time they took to talk and support me through the nightmare of John's funeral — they are looked after with care and dignity."
— Diane Chandler (about Jane)
"For a stranger to come into your home after the loss of a loved one, she was so friendly, loving and sympathetic. The team were exemplary and professional with a loving human touch from start to finish."
— Wendi Meltham (about Jane)
"The service itself, led by Jane, was exactly what we hoped for. It was thoughtful, warm, and even sprinkled with laughter, reflecting exactly who Dad was. Their guidance meant we could focus on our grief, knowing everything was being handled with genuine care."
— Holly Bennie (about Jane)
"They made the hardest day of my life easier as I knew everything was in hand and it would be the best and most personal send off possible. They truly love what they do and it shows."
— Louise Rose (about Jane)
"The way Jane captured our mom's essence without ever meeting her 'alive', was something else. Jane has a gift for the line of work she is in. They even thought to drive mom one last time past her family home on the way to the cemetery which was another really beautiful touch."
— Kyla, Michaela & Curtis (about Jane)
Jane
Funeral Director
"The way Jane captured our mom's essence without ever meeting her 'alive', was something else. Jane has a gift for the l…"
Stephen
Funeral Director
Stephen is one of the owners of White Rose Funeral Service, offering a personal, compassionate and respectful service t…
Rachel Singleton
5 months ago
Arranging my mum's funeral was an incredibly difficult time for my dad and me. I had never been through anything like it before, but Jane helped make the process a little easier. She truly went above and beyond in preparing my mum's service. Jane took the time to sit with our family, listen to our memories, and understand what my mum meant to each of us. The service she created genuinely honoured her. She guided us through choosing poems, and nothing was ever too much trouble. Although it was an extremely hard day for all of us, Jane made sure my mum was honoured beautifully and helped turn a painful day into a truly special one in its own way.
HOLLY Bennie
5 months ago
I can’t thank Jane and the White Rose team enough for the care and compassion they showed our family while helping us say goodbye to our dad. From our very first conversation right through to the ceremony, they supported us with such kindness and understanding, taking away the pressure at every step. Having never had to arrange anything like this before, their guidance meant we could focus on our grief, knowing everything was being handled with genuine care. The service itself, led by Jane, was exactly what we hoped for. It was thoughtful, warm, and even sprinkled with laughter, reflecting exactly who Dad was. Every member of the White Rose team we met was kind, respectful, and quietly brilliant at what they do. It truly made a world of difference. I highly recommended White Rose to anyone looking for a compassionate and professional service during such a difficult time.
Sheila Roberts
6 months ago
White rose could not have been more caring. They were friendly and efficient and made things so much easier for us.we would recommend to anyone. Stephen and Jane were brilliant and kept us informed all the way through it and Ross took great care in making sure we got our sons ashes in Nottingham. Thank you so much.
Carmel Bartlett
6 months ago
Jane was absolutely brilliant from her first call to arrange a meeting with family members and despite many alterations to the eulogy of a dear mother, including changes on the day. Jane remained helpful and professional throughout providing us with an excellent service and support throughout the day. Our family highly recommend White Rose Funeral Service. Many thanks Jane, you went over and above trying to capture the nature and character of Barbara.
Wendi Meltham
6 months ago
Jane is amazing! For a stranger to come into your home after the loss of a loved one, she was so friendly, loving and sympathetic! She listened to everything and even supplied tissues! The whole service supplied from the celebrant to the coffin to the funeral service was exactly how we wanted it. The team were exemplary and professional with a loving human touch from start to finish. Can’t thank White Rose Funeral Service- Stephen Tomes & Jane Hawksworth Funeral Directors enough!
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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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