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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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B Hattersley and Sons Ltd is an independent family funeral director based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, with a proud history of looking after local families for over 150 years. Located on Chatsworth Road, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering professional, compassionate, and respectful funeral services to the community it serves.
The team at B Hattersley and Sons is widely praised for their attentive and personalised approach, guiding families through every stage of the funeral process with sensitivity and care. Staff members including Adam, Simon, and Lara have consistently received high praise from bereaved families for their professionalism and dedication, ensuring that no request is too much trouble and that every funeral is conducted with dignity and respect.
B Hattersley and Sons offers a range of services including burial, cremation, and pre-paid funeral plans, as well as support with online donations. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring families can reach them whenever they are needed most. As a small independent company, they are committed to transparent, no-pressure service, with standardised and additional services price lists readily available.
"All requests, from setting up a live stream to negotiating with the church, were handled efficiently and cheerfully. Lara and Simon were welcoming, courteous, had a lovely sense of humour and made things run very smoothly."
— Helen MacPherson (about Lara and Simon)
"Nothing has been too much trouble and you have been fine ambassadors for the industry, really providing us all with comfort, attention and experience to make my Dad's passing as smooth as it could be."
— Mark Haynes (about Lara)
"Back in October at the darkest of days along came Simon who arranged Dads funeral. Simon was professional and compassionate but most of all just very kind, we even had a few laughs which was lovely. All aspects of Dads funeral were perfect."
— Susan Talbot (about Simon)
"After our dear father passed away Lara was with us at every step on a journey we had never travelled. Her guidance along the way was invaluable and anything we asked was never too big or too small. Every single detail was covered with sensitivity. We found Hattersleys to be a place of comfort at such a sad time."
— Finola Ford (about Lara)
"You guided me through a difficult time without fuss or question and supported me all the way along the journey. From start to finish your attention to detail, compassion and great service has been exemplary."
— Michael S (about Lara)
"The trauma of my wife's death was made more bearable for my daughters and myself by the way in which we were helped and supported. In particular, I would like to highlight the warmth and calm professionalism displayed by Lara Cabourn in dealing with every aspect of the funeral. Her contribution was significant in ensuring that my wife received the dignified farewell that she deserved."
— Martin Molloy (about Lara Cabourn)
Adam
Funeral Arranger
Adam is praised for guiding families through the funeral arrangement process with professional ease and sensitivity dur…
Adam
Funeral Arranger
Adam guided families through the funeral process with professional ease, helping with every aspect of funeral arrangeme…
Lara Cabourn
Funeral Arranger
"The trauma of my wife's death was made more bearable for my daughters and myself by the way in which we were helped and…"
Lara Cabourn
Funeral Arranger
"The trauma of my wife's death was made more bearable for my daughters and myself by the way in which we were helped and…"
Simon
Senior Representative
"Back in October at the darkest of days along came Simon who arranged Dad's funeral. Simon was professional and compassi…"
Simon
Senior Representative
"Back in October at the darkest of days along came Simon who arranged Dads funeral. Simon was professional and compassio…"
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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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