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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
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We need a bit more info
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C L Birkett and Son Funeral Directors has been serving the communities of Manchester and the surrounding areas since 1985, celebrating 40 years at the heart of the local community. The Stretford branch, located at 147 Barton Road, is one of two funeral homes operated by the company, the other being in Urmston. Together, they provide compassionate and professional funeral services to families across the region.
The dedicated team at C L Birkett and Son is committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of each loved one. They are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by telephone, and can also visit families at home to discuss funeral arrangements. The team prides itself on listening carefully to each family's wishes and guiding them through the practical and legal requirements with empathy and care.
C L Birkett and Son offers a comprehensive range of services including cremations, burials, green and woodland funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation. As part of Funeral Partners Limited, the third largest funeral services provider in the UK, they combine local heritage and personal service with the support of a national network. The branch has received numerous glowing reviews from families praising the professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail shown by the team throughout the funeral process.
"Special thanks to Ellen, Laura and Paul for supporting me throughout from arranging the funeral, the chapel of rest and support. The day itself was done with compassion, ensuring all requests and wishes were met smoothly which allowed me to grieve respectfully and celebrate their life."
— Leanne Austin (about Ellen, Laura, Paul)
"The guy on the day who introduced himself to me was great, he guided me through the day and what I needed to do and just made everything so much easier having people like that around. You made my mums final day a proud one."
— Shelly Kennedy
"We were able to reflect on our loved ones wishes and deliver a funeral they would have been proud of. Paul showed respect and kindness along with professionalism and we are so very grateful to him."
— Sue Strang (about Paul)
"If you could wish for a funeral to be 'A Perfect Day', Paul and his team gave us that. From our initial contact with Paul Birkett, everything ran so smoothly, he was so professional and caring."
— Michelle Cropper (about Paul)
"On the day of the funeral, the team were right by our side but without being noticed....an amazing skill. Not only did they look after my brother with the greatest of care and attention, they were also a great support to my family. Nothing was too much trouble and every request was responded to with positivity and with a real humanity."
— Elizabeth Paga (about Paul)
"We knew from the beginning that my Husband was in safe hands and that he was being looked after with dignity and respect when we couldn't do that for him. While making the arrangements we were made to feel that this really mattered to them as much as to us. Paul kept in contact with us throughout and it was the small details as much as the larger ones that meant so much, nothing was too much trouble."
— Judith McCann (about Paul)
Anthony Caffrey
Funeral Director
Anthony Caffrey is a member of the C L Birkett and Son team, supporting families through the funeral arrangement proces…
Cedric Birkett
Founder
C L Birkett & Son Funeral Directors was founded by Mr Cedric Birkett, who qualified as a Funeral Director and Embalmer …
Cedric Birkett
Founder
Mr Cedric Birkett qualified as a Funeral Director and Embalmer in 1976 and later, alongside wife Ann, formed C L Birket…
Cedric Birkett
Funeral Director
Cedric Birkett is a member of the founding family behind C L Birkett and Son Funeral Directors, established in 1985.
Chris McQueen
Funeral Director
Chris McQueen is a team member at C L Birkett and Son, committed to providing professional funeral services.
Jill Smith
Funeral Director
Jill Smith is part of the dedicated team at C L Birkett and Son, helping families with compassion and care.
Malcolm Serjeant
Funeral Director
Malcolm Serjeant is a member of the C L Birkett and Son team, dedicated to providing compassionate funeral services.
Paul Birkett
Funeral Director
"We knew from the beginning that my Husband was in safe hands and that he was being looked after with dignity and respec…"
Paul Birkett
Manager
"We knew from the beginning that my Husband was in safe hands and that he was being looked after with dignity and respec…"
Paul Birkett
Manager
"We knew from the beginning that my Husband was in safe hands and that he was being looked after with dignity and respec…"
Roy Woodall
Funeral Director
Roy Woodall is part of the C L Birkett and Son team, supporting families throughout the funeral process.
Leanne Austin
3 months ago
Special thanks to Ellen, Laura and Paul for supporting me throughout from arranging the funeral, the chapel of rest and support, help and guidance. The day itself was done with compassion and ensuring all requests and wishes were met smoothly which allowed me to grief respectfully and celebrate their life.
Sue Garner
3 months ago
Very good at listening and implementing wishes. Funeral went extremely well.
Shelly Kennedy
5 months ago
You all looked after my mum as expected but the guy on the day who introduced himself to me was great he guided me through the day and what I needed to do and just made everything so much easier having people like that around, you made my mums final day a proud one
Jean Walker
a year ago
I cannot express enough gratitude to C L Burkett & Son Funeral Directors for their exceptional service during one of the most challenging times of our lives. From the first phone call, their team was warm, compassionate, and attentive to our needs. They handled all the arrangements with such professionalism and care, ensuring everything went smoothly. The team offered personalized support and made sure our loved one's ceremony was meaningful and beautiful. Their communication was clear and timely, and we truly felt like we were in good hands. I highly recommend C L Burkett & Son Funeral Directors to anyone looking for a compassionate, professional, and respectful funeral service.
Declan Lambert
2 years ago
The whole team at C L Birkett & Son provided an outstanding service and the chapel owner Paul Birkett we can not fault there was nothing to much from start to finish and the care taken of Brian by himself Laura and muriel and the team was fantastic from the start to the day of his final journey, this funeral directors would be recommended to anyone when asked thanks so much Paul Birkett and the team
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If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
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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