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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
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Haven Funeral Services was established in 2002.
Our dedicated teams at our Acton, Hayes, Hillingdon and Northwood Hills funeral homes are committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of your loved one. We can be contacted 24 hours a day, by telephone, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.
"Helen was very professional and provided a very caring service as well as professional suggestions to help make the funeral the best it could be. I would like to thank her for her patience and understanding. It is our second time using Northwood Haven and we have found them to be incredibly kind and professional."
— Cecilia Lubbock (about Helen)
"Service was carried out with great empathy for my Aunty Pat. The floral tribute was lovely as asked for. Can't thank you enough. All beautifully done."
— live life (about Helen)
"Dealing with Helen was an absolute pleasure and she went above and beyond, assisting us through a very difficult time. If you are fortunate enough to deal with Helen you will be in good hands."
— Chris Cooper (about Helen)
"Sam, the funeral director, whose care, compassion, and professionalism during the service itself were deeply appreciated. Her presence provided a sense of calm and reassurance, allowing us to focus on celebrating our friend's life. And Jackie's incredible helpfulness and comforting presence were a true blessing during a time of immense sadness."
— Edyta Jabes (about Sam)
"Claire led a beautiful service that felt incredibly personal and thoughtfully tailored to Mum and the life she lived. Many people commented afterwards on how meaningful it was and how it felt like a genuine celebration of Mum's life, which meant a great deal to our family."
— A P (about Claire)
"Losing my best friend was devastating, but Helen's extraordinary care, genuine empathy, and amazing guidance made organizing his celebration of life not just bearable, but truly beautiful. From the initial consultation to the final farewell, Helen was a constant source of support, patiently guiding me through every step with professionalism and compassion. She has a gift for understanding what's needed, and her suggestions were invaluable in creating a truly memorable and fitting tribute that all his friends and family are still talking about."
— Edyta Jabes (about Helen)
A P
a month ago
We are so grateful to Helen, Claire and Sam for the kindness, sensitivity and professionalism shown while arranging Mum’s funeral. Helen took great care with all the arrangements, and Claire led a beautiful service that felt incredibly personal and thoughtfully tailored to Mum and the life she lived. Sam was also so kind and reassuring on the day, helping everything run smoothly. Many people commented afterwards on how meaningful it was and how it felt like a genuine celebration of Mum’s life, which meant a great deal to our family.
live life
9 months ago
Wonderful team at Haven .thank you to Helen the funeral arranger,Alison the celebrant and Sam the usher .service was carried out with great empathy for my Aunty Pat today.my parents Lydia and Ralph were very impressed. Floral tribute lovely as asked for.can,t thank you enough. All beautifully done.
Edyta Jabes
a year ago
I am writing this review to express my deepest gratitude to Haven Funeral Services for their exceptional service during an incredibly difficult time. Losing my best friend was devastating, but Helen's extraordinary care, genuine empathy, and amazing guidance made organizing his celebration of life not just bearable, but truly beautiful. From the initial consultation to the final farewell, Helen was a constant source of support, patiently guiding me through every step with professionalism and compassion. She has a gift for understanding what's needed, and her suggestions were invaluable in creating a truly memorable and fitting tribute that all his friends and family are still talking about. It was an honour to work with her, and together with his entire family we are forever grateful. I would also like to acknowledge Sam, the funeral director, whose care, compassion, and professionalism during the service itself were deeply appreciated. Her presence provided a sense of calm and reassurance, allowing us to focus on celebrating our friend's life. And Jackie's incredible helpfulness and comforting presence were a true blessing during a time of immense sadness. Her support meant the world to us. Haven Funeral Services exceeded all expectations, and I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking compassionate and professional support during a time of loss. Their dedication to creating meaningful and personalized farewells is truly remarkable.
Cecilia Lubbock
a year ago
Helen was very professional and provided a very caring service aswell as provided professional suggestions to help make the funeral the best it could be. I would like to thank her for her patience and understanding and for allowing us to arrange the best possible service. It is our second time using Northwood Haven and we have found them to be incredibly kind and professional.
Chris Cooper
a year ago
Haven Funeral Services Northwood gave us really first class service and support, dealing with Helen was an absolute pleasure and she went above and beyond, assisting us through a very difficult time. I would highly recommend Haven Funeral Services and if you are fortunate enough to deal with Helen you will be in good hands.
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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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