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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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Wm Dodgson and Son Funeral Services was founded in 1842.
Our dedicated teams at our Halton, Moortown, Kippax and Harehills funeral homes are committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of your loved one.
We can be contacted 24 hours a day, by telephone, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.
"From the moment we first met with Sinead at the Moortown office to saying goodbye to David after the funeral every aspect of mums funeral was handled with compassion, care, empathy and professionalism. I truly cannot rate Dodgsons highly enough."
— Adam Hemsworth (about Sinead)
"David was caring and loving from the offset. Julie and Lee made a painful process so much easier for us and to know how they looked after our mum bought us so much comfort."
— Hayleyanne Murphy (about David)
"I really feel that my mum was in the very best of hands, treated with care, dignity and respect and it gave me great comfort to know that. I, too, felt looked after, and I am immensely grateful for all the gracious help I received every step of the way."
— janine hudson (about Andy)
"My high expectations were exceeded! From the moment they arrived to take care of Christine to the day I collected the ashes, they were brilliant, showing huge amounts of empathy, sincerity, care, respect and professionalism. Andy arranged everything, allayed my concerns and generally cared. His recommendations for the funeral celebrant and the choice of venue were superb and they ensured a charming service and a fabulous reception."
— Jonathan Gray (about Andy)
"Andy has been a rockstar and been an amazing support to my family and I. I'm also grateful to him for the time he spent with my dad during his visit to the chapel of rest. He checked in with my father and I regularly and kept us up to date with the arrangements. This is never an easy process to go through and Andy went out of his way to make this experience as painless as possible."
— Louise Robinson (about Andy)
"The little caring, personal details throughout our time with Wm. Dodgson were very touching, and it made what was a traumatic experience, so much easier to bear. The kindness he showed us was such a comfort during what was for us, such a difficult time. He looked after all our needs and requirements with patience and empathy. The way my brother was looked after in his care was done with great respect and dignity and we as a family, will always be very grateful to Andy and his team for that."
— Jill Oddy (about Andy)
Adam Hemsworth
5 months ago
Mum had a prepaid funeral plan with WM Dodgson and as expected she had made the right decision. From the moment we first met with Sinead at the Moortown office to saying goodbye to David after the funeral every aspect of mums funeral was handled with compassion, care, empathy and professionalism. I truly cannot rate Dodgsons highly enough. Thank you so much to all at Dodgsons.
Graham Creswick
a year ago
We were very pleased with every aspect of the services we received. Julie Wakefield, at Moortown was most helpful and supportive during the process of planning the entire funeral.
Hayleyanne Murphy
a year ago
First class service from start to finish. Initially met with David when he collected our precious mum from the Nursing Home and he was caring and loving from the offset. We met with Julie and Lee throughout the consultation and viewing phase and i can honestly say they made a painful process so much easier for us and to know how they looked after our mum bought us so much comfort. Thank you all so much xx
Shane Stewart
6 months ago
Dodgsons were as helpful as we’d hoped. Services like these people need to rely on expertise and advice, something Dodgsons did in abundance. We are very grateful with special thanks to both Richard and Janice that made us feel welcomed and comforted throughout.
janine hudson
a year ago
Wm. Dodgson & Son were consummately professional, kind, courteous and respectful. I would particularly like to thank Andy, Sonia and David who helped me through an obviously difficult time, and I really feel that my mum was in the very best of hands, treated with care, dignity and respect and it gave me great comfort to know that. I, too, felt looked after, and I am immensely grateful for all the gracious help I received every step of the way.
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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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