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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.
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Our Old Town office is situated at the bottom of Victoria Road and has designated parking to the rear. We have two arrangement rooms that can be used for meeting with us in a comfortable and relaxed setting. The office is open Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm.
"My mums funeral was the best it could be — thank you Hilliers for making my mums funeral so peaceful and comforting."
— Christine Porter
"We felt very safe in their hands. Their suggested celebrant, Kirsty, was lovely — she gently and sensitively listened to our stories of mum, and her eulogy was perfect."
— Amanda Winter (about Kirsty)
"From the moment we met Reece at Hilliers, we felt completely at ease. After a poor experience with a different funeral director, we were nervous. He listened, understood, and guided us with care and respect. Our dad was treated with the utmost dignity, and the day itself was a peaceful, beautiful farewell."
— R Howells (about Reece)
"On the day, Rebecca walked in front of the Hearse from the family home out of the street — such a touching thing to do, and all were there silently supporting throughout."
— Alison Dunn (about Rebecca)
"Ray and I would like to say a heartfelt THANK YOU... especially to JULIE GROOM who was our point of contact throughout this the worst time in our lives, she helped guide us through our nightmare with the most caring, empathetic, professional and gentle manner. Her patience and understanding of our needs was amazing — nothing was too much for her. Julie definitely went above and beyond... we will be eternally grateful to Julie."
— jackie walsh (about Julie Groom)
"They were both professional in the advice and service they offered but also treated us as though they cared and we matter. A bit like family."
— Richard Hardy (about Nick)
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Part of the Hillier family that has been caring for the people of Swindon and its surrounding areas for four generation…
Mark Hillier
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Part of the Hillier family that has been caring for the people of Swindon and its surrounding areas for four generation…
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Part of the Hillier family that has been caring for the people of Swindon and its surrounding areas for four generation…
R Howells
a month ago
From the moment we met Reece at Hilliers, we felt completely at ease. This was our second time arranging a funeral, and after a poor experience with a different funeral director, we were nervous. He listened, understood, and guided us with care and respect. He showed nothing but professionalism, attentiveness, and compassion. Our dad was treated with the utmost dignity, and the day itself was a peaceful, beautiful farewell. The recommendation of Alan Mulrooney as celebrant was an excellent one. He spoke about our dad as if he knew him personally, which made the service even more meaningful and special. The whole team at Hilliers made a very difficult time so much easier with their kindness and understanding. We are truly grateful for the care they gave our family and the wonderful send-off for our dad.
Richard Hardy
a month ago
I warmly commend Hilliers to you. They were involved in the funerals of both my Father and Mother though some considerable years apart. They were kind and hugely helpful at difficult times in our families life. They were both professional in the advice and service they offered but also treated us as though they cared and we matter. A bit like family. Thank especially to Nick for his help and advice when I did not have a clue what to do.
Rena Joyce
2 months ago
My experience with Hilliers funeral service was excellent. They were very caring and they made the whole experience much better than could be expected for a sad occasion. The whole team were very helpful and I would like to express my thanks. I would also like to thank the celebrant PaulineYoung, the words she expressed captured my Mum down to a tee. Would definitely recommend Hiller Funeral Services.
Christine Porter
2 months ago
On the 15th December 2025 I lost my mum to Alzheimers. Hilliers Funeral Service then took care of the funeral service. We had the service at Hilliers and the wake, and I have to say that I cannot thank them enough for making it such an easy and calm procedure. Upstairs where we held the wake was so comfortable and there was someone on hand all the time if we needed any assistance. There was no stress as they put us in touch with all the appropriate people. My mums funeral was the best it could be so thankyou Hilliers for making my mums fueral so peaceful and comforting.
Alison Dunn
3 months ago
We lost our Mum on the 7th December at home. Right from that first phone call, Hilliers were so supportive and respectful at the worst time for us as a family. Reece came to the family home and helped to sort everything within 12 days so we could have the Funeral before Christmas. He was so kind and understanding of us all as we tried to work our way through this as a family. On the day, Rebecca walked in front of the Hearse from the family home out of the street, such a touching thing to do and all were there silently supporting throughout. Thank you.
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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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