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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.
Want to talk it through?
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Hemming and Peace Funeral Services was founded in 2006.
Our dedicated teams at our Alcester, Stratford-upon-Avon & Henley-in-Arden 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 phone, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.
"Wendy on the day was really sensitive and professional but also looked out for one of our party who was taken ill. Chris in the office and Wendy and her team were great throughout — comforting, understanding and provided helpful guidance and advice."
— Callum Girvan (about Wendy)
"Dad did not take a great photo and they made him look great! Nothing was too much trouble and then on the day Nigel and the team were effortlessly respectful and calm throughout."
— Sue Bailey (about Nigel)
"Hemming and Peace dealt with the arrangements for both of my parents' funerals. I was treated with great kindness and compassion on both occasions and felt that they took great pride in what they do. I cannot recommend them highly enough."
— Sian Carrington
"Thank you so much Emma you are a credit to your company! Yourself and all people involved in dad's funeral made an emotional sad time easier to deal with. You were totally understanding, kind, considerate — nothing was too much trouble. The funeral day was so well planned, although very sad, a memorable day we will cherish forever."
— Jules hazel x (about Emma)
"Hemming and Peace were quite fantastic from the beginning to the end of a funeral that was full of uncertainty and far from simple to arrange. Nigel, Trace and Chris were an absolute delight to deal with, warm and friendly, they could not have been more helpful, thoughtful and cooperative. The performance of Nigel and his team at the funeral service and burial was highly professional and particularly dignified."
— Charles Le Brun (about Nigel)
"Whilst upset and sad for the loss of my husband and my daughters father I was never in any doubt that he was in the best possible hands. Their kindness and compassion shown to our 7 year old daughter was beyond exceptional helping her understand and answering questions that she had. Then there is Nigel … a rock on the toughest of days a reassuring look telling me we were doing just fine but also bringing the humour that was so needed. Never have I danced out of a crematorium but Nigel read the situation he was blooming marvellous. So wonderful was the care you gave us a member of the funeral party booked you for another funeral there and then — that says a lot for the service you get at Hemming and Peace."
— Emily Butler (about Nigel)
David Evans
a month ago
I am a celebrant and conducted a service on FRIDAY 6th of MARCH at OAKLEY WOOD Crematorium. The first time I have ever worked with HEMMING and PEACE. The service ran smoothly and they were a delight to work with, very professional and considerate.
Ali Wood
a month ago
From Christine behind the desk through to the funeral service personnel.. Cant fault the service. The way it was all handled was efficient and dignified.
Callum Girvan
2 months ago
Chris in the office and Wendy (funeral director) and her team were great throughout. Comforting, understanding and provided helpful guidance and advice. Wendy on the day was really sensitive and professional but also looked out for one of our party who was taken ill.
Charles Le Brun
2 years ago
Hemming and Peace were quite fantastic from the beginning to the end of a funeral that was full of uncertainty and far from simple to arrange. Nigel, Trace and Chris were an absolute delight to deal with, warm and friendly, they could not have been more helpful, thoughtful and cooperative. Their thoroughness was particularly evident in the time they took to make sure we were entirely happy with the order of service and the printed version was of a particularly high quality. The performance of Nigel and his team at the funeral service and burial was highly professional and particularly dignified. I would like to thank them all for everything they did and I could not recommend them more highly.
Sue Bailey
3 years ago
Absolutely brilliant throughout. From our first experience with Chris in the office to the hassle free compilation of order of service, Dad did not take a great photo and they made him look great! Nothing was too much trouble and then on the day Nigel and the team were effortlessly respectful and calm throughout. Could not fault and highly recommend.
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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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