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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
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Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, located at 9 North View Terrace, Colliery Row, Houghton Le Spring, is a dedicated funeral home proudly serving the local communities of Houghton Le Spring and the surrounding areas of Tyne and Wear. As part of the wider Andrew Grey Funeral Directors family, this branch is committed to providing a personal and professional service, treating every loved one with the utmost care and respect. The team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offering support both at the funeral home and through home visits to discuss arrangements at a time that suits the family.
The branch offers a comprehensive range of funeral services, including cremations, burials, green and woodland funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation. Their dedicated team works closely with families to create tailored, meaningful farewells that reflect the unique life of the deceased. From handling the legal requirements to organising floral tributes and orders of service, Andrew Grey Funeral Directors guides families through every step of the process with compassion and professionalism.
Andrew Grey Funeral Directors is a trading name of Funeral Partners Limited, one of the UK's leading funeral services groups. The Houghton Le Spring branch has received consistently outstanding reviews from local families, praising the team's empathy, attention to detail, and unwavering support throughout what is often one of life's most difficult moments.
"Every detail was handled with dignity and warmth, and the support from the whole team meant so much to our family. A special thank-you to Rhonda for handling the dog so kindly, and to the pallbearers for carrying out their duties with such respect — both gestures were truly touching."
— Susan Tennet (about Rhonda)
"The service for my brother David — from the first meeting with Rhonda I was expecting to be very difficult. However we felt so relaxed which was down to the professional and very caring attitude from her. She was exceptional at her job and all the staff we met were extremely helpful and caring."
— Malcolm Mcewen (about Rhonda)
"Ben and his team guided us through every step with kindness, patience, and genuine understanding, making an incredibly difficult experience much easier to cope with. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they treated both our dad and our family with the utmost dignity and respect throughout. Thanks to Ben and his team, we were able to give our dad the send-off he truly deserved."
— Peter Conley (about Ben)
"From the moment we called we have been supported beyond belief. Rhonda made sure that my mam was well looked after and supported us to arrange a beautiful cremation and service. Rhonda and her team also facilitated out of hours visits to my mam that meant so much to many people. My mam would be very proud of her send off!"
— Annemarie Vendy (about Rhonda)
"After my initial call I received a call from Rhonda who was absolutely amazing. She guided me every step of the way and was so caring and understanding and extremely helpful. She took care of everything we wanted. I had never had to organise a funeral before and felt very overwhelmed at the thought of doing so."
— Annette Taylor (about Rhonda)
"Choosing a funeral director is incredibly daunting; you only get one chance to say goodbye, and you feel the weight of wanting everything to be perfect for your loved one. I can honestly say that Andrew Grey is a company you can place your absolute trust in at such a significant time. Our specific director, Ben White, was exceptional. He handled every detail with incredible grace and professionalism, taking a huge weight off our shoulders during a very difficult period. Ben's compassion and attention to detail ensured the service was a perfect tribute to my Nana."
— Gary (about Ben White)
Andrew Grey
Funeral Director
Andrew Grey is the principal funeral director, personally guiding families through the funeral arrangement process with…
Andrew Grey
Funeral Director
Andrew Grey is the founding director, leading a team committed to providing personal, compassionate funeral services ac…
Andrew Grey
Funeral Director
Andrew Grey is the founder of Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, providing personal funeral services across Tyne & Wear and…
Andrew Grey
Funeral Director
Ben White
Funeral Director
"Choosing a funeral director is incredibly daunting; you only get one chance to say goodbye, and you feel the weight of …"
Ben White
Funeral Director
"Choosing a funeral director is incredibly daunting; you only get one chance to say goodbye, and you feel the weight of …"
Ben White
Funeral Arranger
"Choosing a funeral director is incredibly daunting; you only get one chance to say goodbye, and you feel the weight of …"
Ben White
Funeral Arranger
"Choosing a funeral director is incredibly daunting; you only get one chance to say goodbye, and you feel the weight of …"
Gillian Grey
Team Member
Gillian Grey is a key member of the Andrew Grey Funeral Directors team, known for her caring and supportive manner with…
Gillian Grey
Funeral Director
Gillian Grey is a key member of the team, praised by families for her care and thoroughness in confirming and managing …
Gillian Grey
Funeral Director
Gillian Grey
Funeral Director
Gillian Grey is part of the Andrew Grey Funeral Directors team, known for being compassionate and helpful to families d…
Joanne Marriner
Funeral Arranger
Joanne Marriner
Team Member
Joanne Marriner
Funeral Arranger
Joanne Marriner is a valued team member commended by families for going above and beyond during difficult times.
Joanne Marriner
Office Staff
Joanne Marriner is a member of the office staff at Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, noted for being brilliant in supporti…
Rhonda Richardson
Funeral Arranger
"Every detail was handled with dignity and warmth, and the support from the whole team meant so much to our family. A sp…"
Rhonda Richardson
Funeral Arranger
"Every detail was handled with dignity and warmth, and the support from the whole team meant so much to our family. A sp…"
Ross Luke
Team Member
Ross Luke
Funeral Arranger
Ross Luke
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Ross Luke is a member of the Andrew Grey Funeral Directors team.
Ross Luke
Funeral Arranger
Ross Luke is part of the dedicated team at Andrew Grey Funeral Directors, helping to deliver compassionate funeral serv…
Simon Brigdon
Team Member
Simon Brigdon
Funeral Arranger
Simon Brigdon is a member of the Andrew Grey Funeral Directors team, supporting families with care and professionalism.
Simon Brigdon
Funeral Arranger
Simon Brigdon
Team Member
Simon Brigdon is a member of the Andrew Grey Funeral Directors team.
Diane
a month ago
From the moment we contacted Andrew Grey following the loss of Eric Bowater, the team was incredibly compassionate, helpful, and friendly. Ben and Gillian were always on hand whenever we needed them, answering every single question we had with so much patience and kindness. They provided an absolutely beautiful, excellent service during a very difficult time. We felt completely supported, and we cannot thank them enough.
Peter Conley
a month ago
We cannot thank Andrew Grey Funeral Directors enough, especially Ben and his team, for the outstanding care, compassion, and professionalism they showed our family during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, Ben and his team guided us through every step with kindness, patience, and genuine understanding, making an incredibly difficult experience much easier to cope with. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they treated both our dad and our family with the utmost dignity and respect throughout. The funeral was beautifully organised, and every detail was taken care of perfectly. Thanks to Ben and his team, we were able to give our dad the send-off he truly deserved. We will always be grateful for everything they did for us and would wholeheartedly recommend Andrew Grey Funeral Directors to anyone looking for a caring, compassionate, and professional funeral service. Thank you all so much.
Annette Taylor
2 months ago
Andrew Grey provided an exceptional service when I lost my husband recently. I had never had to organise a funeral before and felt very overwhelmed at the thought of doing so. After my initial call I received a call from Rhonda who was absolutely amazing. She guided me every step of the way and was so caring and understanding and extremely helpful. She took care of everything we wanted. I would highly recommend using Andrew Grey funeral services.
Julie Evans
a month ago
Thank you so much for taking care of my husband Paul. From the very first phone call I made tk the Chilton Moor office I felt reassured that I had made the right choice. The funeral director Ben and office staff Joanne were both brilliant. Helped me through the whole process and never felt any pressure to make rush decisions. No question was too small to be answered. Would highly recommend for anyone in these distressing circumstances
Lesley Mitchell
3 months ago
Ben was our funeral director and made us feel comfortable and at ease immediately. He kept us informed via calls and emails and was compassionate throughout. He supported us to arrange a beautiful service and cremation for my father. We as a family are thankful and couldn’t have wished for more.
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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:
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