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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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Gore Brothers Ltd is a family-run, independent funeral company with a history stretching back to 1831, making it one of the most established funeral service providers in Kent. The Ramsgate branch, located at 56 Queen Street, is part of a network of six local offices serving the communities of Ramsgate and the surrounding areas with the same dedication and compassion the company has offered for nearly two centuries.
The company was founded when Thomas Grant Gore became involved in funerals as early as 1831, and by the mid-nineteenth century, Thomas Gore and Job Gore had formed the family company known as Gore Brothers. Today, Gore Brothers Ltd is run by four partners — Philip Gore, Michael Gore, Kevin Nicholson, and Alex Gore — and is supported by a dedicated workforce and a fleet of Mercedes and classic Daimlers.
Gore Brothers Ltd is a proud member of the NAFD and offers a comprehensive range of services including traditional and bespoke funeral services, direct cremations, eco-friendly and custom coffins, ashes urns and caskets, floral tributes, and memorial options. Their phone lines are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring families always have access to compassionate, professional support when they need it most.
"No one prepares you for how to deal with a death and the procedure after, however Gore Brothers made it feel easy and talked me through things step by step."
— Rebecca W
"We were greeted by Karen who was an amazing and lovely lady. They didn't push anything on me that I didn't want and treated my wife with the utmost respect."
— Richard Burrin (about Karen)
"Karen in the office was great — sympathetic but light-hearted at the right times in what was a difficult period."
— Michael Rees (about Karen)
"They accommodated my mother's faith extremely well, blessing her for a good send off. Talking to the ladies in the office was a great comfort and they did not push anything that I did not want."
— Rebecca W
"It was a shock when my mother unexpectedly passed away. Gore brothers made it feel easy. It was such a personal and family environment."
— Rebecca W
"My wife sadly passed away aged 41. They didn't push anything on me that I didn't want and treated my wife with the utmost respect and helped with every aspect of the funeral to make our farewell as lovely as it could have been for myself, our children and the whole family."
— Richard Burrin (about Karen)
Alex Gore
Partner
Alex Gore is one of four partners at Gore Brothers Ltd, helping to uphold the family company's values of personal, comp…
Kevin Nicholson
Partner
Kevin Nicholson is one of four partners at Gore Brothers Ltd, contributing to the company's dedicated and trusted reput…
Michael Gore
Partner
Michael Gore is one of four partners at Gore Brothers Ltd, helping to continue the family's long tradition of compassio…
Philip Gore
Partner
Philip Gore is one of four partners running Gore Brothers Ltd, the family-run independent funeral company with roots da…
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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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