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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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With 240 years of experience, we know that organising a funeral can seem like a daunting task, especially when we find ourselves having to make difficult decisions at a time of loss and bereavement.
You can trust Lodge Brothers to guide you through every step of the journey. We take great pride in being able to offer a 24 hour service, 365 days a year, providing advice on what needs to be done.
"As the rules changed hourly Maureen made sure we were kept informed and was apologetic as our service shrunk. She was efficient yet sensitive to the ever changing situation."
— Lucy Wilson (about Maureen)
"They were very patient in their methods, I never felt rushed or pressured. The importance was put on my father, his family and myself. They even offered aftercare and advice regarding the grieving process."
— Paul Wills (about Maureen)
"A personal thank you to Maureen for providing me with a wonderful poem by Ellen Brenneman. Those words comforted me when low."
— Paul Wills (about Maureen)
"Losing my father recently was a very difficult experience and without the aid of Barnes & Sons (especially Maureen) I don't know how I would have coped. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you all."
— Paul Wills (about Maureen)
"I called and asked Maureen to please cut me a lock of her hair. I went in last week and she was able to find it immediately and was as kind, empathetic and understanding as she had been during the time after my mother's death."
— Vicky Rowland (about Maureen)
"Maureen is the heart and soul of Barnes and Sons in Askew Road. She is kind, caring and always goes the extra mile. Hugely grateful to her for making a horrendous time copeable with."
— Vicky Rowland (about Maureen)
listentothe londoner
a year ago
I used this undertakers recently for the second time. I would highly recommend the undertakers - they went above and beyond to make the service and day the way I wanted it to be. However, what has really disappointed me was to receive the final bill and letter from Chris Lodge stating “I would like to offer my sincere condolences for the recent loss of your”…. Then they named the wrong person. It was so distressing. Really disappointed that the office of the head of the company made such a bad error.
Lucy Wilson
5 years ago
Maureen was amazing. My father died at the beginning of March 2020 and the funeral was one of the last before lock down. As the rules changed hourly Maureen made sure we were kept informed and was apologetic as our service shrunk to a few people without cars and not allowing the sons to be pall bearers. She was efficient yet sensitive to the ever changing situation.
Vicky Rowland
7 years ago
Barnes and Sons Askew Road took care of my mother who died 18 months ago.just before the funeral I called and asked Maureen to please cut me a lock of her hair. I went in last week and she was able to find it immediately and was as kind, empathetic and understanding as she had been during the time after my mother’s death. Maureen is the heart and soul of Barnes and Sons in Askew Road. She is kind, caring and always goes the extra mile. Hugely grateful to her for making a horrendous time copeable with. Thank you Maureen. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.
Nigel Cansfield
7 years ago
very gratified to hear that Maureen is held in such high esteem by other clients of Barnes. Incredibly caring and personal customer care, could not recommend Barnes & Sons highly enough
Paul Wills
8 years ago
I'd like to echo the sentiments expressed by the previous reviewer Bethany. Losing my father recently, was a very difficult experience and without the aid of Barnes & Sons (especially Maureen) I don't know how I would have coped. They were very patient in their methods, I never felt rushed or pressured. From the first engagement to the last, the importance was put on my father, his family and myself. They even offered aftercare and advice regarding the grieving process, which was greatly appreciated. I got a real sense of caring from all those who assisted us in the passing, both before and after the funeral. From the bottom of my heart, i thank you all. P.S. A personal thank you to Maureen for providing me with a wonderful poem by Ellen Brenneman. Those words comforted me when low.
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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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