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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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Our Axminster Funeral Home has all facilities on site.
Our friendly staff are on hand to help you through every step of the Funeral process and give guidance on the options available.
Family-owned Funeral Homes also in Seaton, Honiton, Ottery St. Mary, Bridport and Dorchester. We also have our own Monumental workshop.
"He was kindness itself, and so professional. Thank you for making everything so easy and helping us with our choices. We cannot praise you high enough."
— Lynda Anderson (about Julian)
"Dad's funeral was a special occasion, which he would have been proud of, and Julian was able to make it happen with ease. A few extra touches were arranged with no trouble."
— Mark Burton (about Julian)
"I could not recommend Potter's highly enough from collecting Elana from Derriford in Plymouth, to allowing us to view her numerous times before the funeral took place and with the care and attention that was given right up to and following the funeral."
— Chris Thorne (about Karen)
"The care, professionalism and attention to detail given by Julian, Jason and the wider team at Potters meant that my sister's life was celebrated with the dignity, respect and love she very much deserved."
— Matt (about Julian)
"Thank you to George especially, Mat would have approved of his send off, he would of loved seeing you walk from the house, in the front and then bowing. Really special touch and then driving through Lyme and passed the Marine Theatre where he worked."
— Diana Ash (about George)
"Knowing she was in such respectful and capable hands gave us immense peace of mind during a heartbreaking time. Every detail was managed with care, and they were always available to answer our questions and guide us through the paperwork."
— Grace Johnson
David Hobbs
Stonemason
David Hobbs is part of the memorials team. He is a BRAMM approved Monumental Mason.
George Hussey
Funeral Director
"George especially, Mat would have approved of his send off, he would of loved seeing you walk from the house, in the fr…"
Jasmine Hussey
Funeral Director
Jasmine Hussey is part of the memorials team and is a qualified funeral director (Dip FD NAFD).
Jasmine Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
Jasmine Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
Jerry Parkhouse
Funeral Director
Jerry joined the firm in January 2012. He was born in Exeter and brought up in the local area.
Jerry Parkhouse
Funeral Director
Jerry joined the firm in January 2012. He was born in Exeter and brought up in Exmouth.
Julian Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
"The care, professionalism and attention to detail given by Julian, Jason and the wider team at Potters meant that my si…"
Julian Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
"Julian guided us through everything we needed to know. He was kindness itself, and so professional. Thank you for makin…"
Julian Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
"The care, professionalism and attention to detail given by Julian, Jason and the wider team at Potters meant that my si…"
Karen Hussey
Stonemason
"Absolutely fantastic service from Karen and her team. I have asked that Potters be used again when it comes to my funer…"
Karen Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
"I could not recommend Potter's highly enough from collecting Elana from Derriford in Plymouth, to allowing us to view h…"
Karen Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
"Allowing us to view her numerous times before the funeral took place and with the care and attention that was given rig…"
Karen Hussey
Funeral Director, Dip FD NAFD
"I could not recommend Potter's highly enough from collecting Elana from Derriford in Plymouth, to allowing us to view h…"
Kate Easthope
a month ago
Julian was very kind and helpful at a very difficult time. My dear mum's funeral was dignified and beautifully carried out- and Potter's went a long way in making that the case. Thankyou, and highly recommend
Grace Johnson
3 months ago
I cannot thank the team at W.G. Potter enough for the incredible support they provided our family. Navigating the repatriation process is daunting and stressful, but they handled everything with the utmost professionalism and dignity. Most importantly, they truly looked after Mum. Knowing she was in such respectful and capable hands gave us immense peace of mind during a heartbreaking time. Every detail was managed with care, and they were always available to answer our questions and guide us through the paperwork. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing compassionate and reliable funeral directors
Mark Burton
3 months ago
Julian and the team provide a great service, very understanding and gentle in a time of great sadness. Dad’s funeral was a special occasion, which he would have been proud of, and Julian was able to make it happen with ease. A few extra touches were arranged with no trouble. I’m very thankful and recommend WG Potter.
juliet shannon
5 months ago
I wanted to thank Julian and his staff for providing such kind and supportive care during such a difficult time. The funeral arrangements were undertaken with care and dignity and I honestly couldn’t have wanted for a better service.
Diana Ash
8 months ago
Such an amazing family run business. I had the pleasure, at the worst time of my life, to meet Julian and then George. He looked after my husband until it was time for the cremation and anything u could possibly need for a funeral this company provided. So thankful for making this difficult time less traumatic. Thank you to George especially, Mat would have approved of his send off, he would of loved seeing you walk from the house, in the front and then bowing. Really special touch and then driving through Lyme and passed the Marine Theatre where he worked. All the best Diana Ash-Hayes
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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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