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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.
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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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Morris Bros (Tavistock) Ltd is a long-established, independent funeral director based at The Old Bedford Foundry, Lakeside, Tavistock, Devon. Founded in 1870, the firm has been serving the people of Tavistock, Yelverton, and all surrounding areas for over 150 years, offering a qualified, professional, and sensitive service. The business is inspected and approved by both the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), and is also a member of Golden Charter.
Simon and Lucie Luke, who live on the premises, are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Simon brings over 25 years of experience as the fifth generation of the Morris Bros family and holds the Certificate in Funeral Practice. Lucie is a Member of the British Institute of Embalmers and personally oversees the care and preparation of loved ones.
The team handles all arrangements on behalf of families, including liaising with hospitals, nursing homes, doctors, coroners, ministers, and non-religious readers, as well as organising order of service booklets, notices, flowers, and wakes. Families are encouraged to spend time with their loved one prior to the funeral, and a written estimate and contract are provided at the earliest stage to help families manage their budget.
"They have made such a difficult time for me a lot less stressful. I felt really looked after. I cannot thank them enough."
— Josie S
"At the hardest time in my life they were caring, professional, organised and took great care of my beautiful mum."
— Alice Costello
"Every point of detail throughout the preparation process leading up to the funeral was handled with sympathy, compassion and precise attention to detail. We recommend Morris Bros without reservation as a thoroughly professional and well organised Undertaker who looked after our every need."
— Rory Steevenson
"Lucie and everyone there made a very stressful time for us so much easier and guided us through the whole process seamlessly. She listened to our needs and requests and provided everything we wanted. Dad would have been so pleased with the way everything was arranged and the dignity afforded to him."
— Pam Harris (about Lucie)
"Simon was amazing. He made me feel so comfortable, and not rushed at all when I was choosing the options. I really felt at ease with him, and felt my mum was incredibly safe in their hands."
— Josie S (about Simon)
"Under the careful and professional tutorage of Simon Luke, our 'coffin drills went without a hitch'. He enabled us to have a rehearsal and guided us through the whole process with great skill; throughout he was a supportive and delightfully calming influence."
— Rory Steevenson (about Simon Luke)
Lucie Luke
Embalmer / Funeral Director
"Lucie and everyone there made a very stressful time for us so much easier and guided us through the whole process seaml…"
Simon Luke
Funeral Director
"Under the careful and professional tutorage of Simon Luke, our 'coffin drills went without a hitch'. He enabled us to h…"
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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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