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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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Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Thousands of families in East Grinstead have placed their trust in CPJ Field to help them following the death of a loved one.
Under the experienced direction of Trainee Funeral Director, Amy Matthews, we have an unwavering commitment to providing high standards of professional, caring and personal services when people need us most in the East Grinstead area.
"It would never occur to me to go elsewhere. They are totally compassionate and professional, everything performed with dignity and empathy."
— Angela Newman
"The service went over and above, particularly from Bobby. We used B&S for both our parents funerals and they were excellent and caring in both sets of circumstances."
— Adrian Stonley (about Bobby)
"Bobby particularly guided us through when our heads were all over the place. They are totally compassionate and professional, everything performed with dignity and empathy. So friendly, nothing was too much trouble, every detail was carefully considered and double checked."
— Angela Newman (about Bobby)
"Paul and his team went above and beyond with their duties making us feel that saying goodbye to our loved one was their final act of respect on our behalf."
— Lisa Collett (about Paul)
"They are exactly the kind of people you need beside you when you are grieving a loss: kind, supportive, compassionate, and, when appropriate, gently humorous which meant we felt that laughter at such a sad time wasn't out of place. Nothing was too much trouble, and throughout the entire process they took great care to honour our wishes in every detail."
— Amanda Collins (about Natalie, Bobbi)
"I have made no better decision in my 77 years than to choose Ballard & Shortall to arrange and manage Kay's funeral. I wanted the best for her and was given it. The friendly, calm efficiency and poise that Bobbie, Karen and Natalie bring to their work is outstanding and the day itself was conducted seamlessly with quiet respect. I shall be ever grateful."
— Ivor Humphreys (about Bobbie, Karen, Natalie)
Lisa Collett
2 months ago
Dignified, caring, supportive, professional and felt thoroughly respected with our wishes. Paul and his team went above and beyond with their duties making us feel that saying goodbye to our loved one was their final act of respect on our behalf. Always looked after by Paul and his team and cannot thank them enough for all that they have done.
Angela Newman
2 months ago
This is the second funeral Ballard and Shortall have undertaken for us. It would never occur to me to go elsewhere. They are totally compassionate and professional everything performed with dignity and empathy. So friendly, nothing was too much trouble, every detail was carefully considered and double checked . Bobby particularly guided us through when our heads were all over the place.Thank you to Paul and Barny too. I would not hesitate to recommend. Thank you all. So very much appreciated.
Amanda Collins
2 months ago
The service we received from everyone in the East Grinstead team, from the advisers to the pallbearers, was exceptional. They are exactly the kind of people you need beside you when you are grieving a loss: kind, supportive, compassionate, and, when appropriate, gently humorous which meant we felt that laughter at such a sad time wasn't out of place. Nothing was too much trouble, and throughout the entire process they took great care to honour our wishes in every detail. Thank you Natalie, Bobbi and team
Adrian Stonley
2 months ago
Ballard & Shortall provided excellent service. Were thoughtful, professional and friendly. The service went over and above, particularly from Bobby. We used B&S for both our parents funerals and they were excellent and caring in both sets of circumstances. Highly recommended.
Ivor Humphreys
3 months ago
I have made no better decision in my 77 years than to choose Ballard & Shortall to arrange and manage Kay's funeral. I wanted the best for her and was given it. The friendly, calm efficiency and poise that Bobbie, Karen and Natalie bring to their work is outstanding and the day itself was conducted seamlessly with quiet respect. I shall be ever grateful.
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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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