Need a copy of an old will

castleton

Can anyone tell me an address where I can get a copy of a will that went to probate approx 25 years ago?

I would be really grateful.

Thank you

SueMaggie

There's information here on how to go about it.

https://www.gov.uk/wills-probate-inheritance/searching-for-probate-records

TonyMMM

A new on-line system for will ordering is going live next month , which might make things easier for you.

Shelldean

I recently needed a will from 1993.
As I live near to London I made a quick trip to court 38 at the royal courts of justice. Searched the registers. Placed my order and got the will posted.
Was really easy but I am fortunate to live close enough to London so it was cheaper for me to go and search than it was to pay the to search

TonyMMM

Shelldean wrote: »

I recently needed a will from 1993.
As I live near to London I made a quick trip to court 38 at the royal courts of justice. Searched the registers. Placed my order and got the will posted.
Was really easy but I am fortunate to live close enough to London so it was cheaper for me to go and search than it was to pay the to search

The search room at the Royal Courts closes on 12th Dec, when the new on-line system starts, so need to go soon if you want to order in person.

Shelldean

TonyMMM wrote: »

The search room at the Royal Courts closes on 12th Dec, when the new on-line system starts, so need to go soon if you want to order in person.

Really? Am surprised there was no signs/notices about the forthcoming closure. Can you provide a link as although I doubt I'll go again, I wonder if my friends are aware.

TonyMMM

Shelldean wrote: »

Really? Am surprised there was no signs/notices about the forthcoming closure. Can you provide a link as although I doubt I'll go again, I wonder if my friends are aware.

Details here

There are a lot of unhappy users trying to get a change of mind ...

Shelldean

Thanks Tony I did Google but couldn't find are.

Yes going to upset few genealogists I expect