⚠️ This guide was researched and updated in May 2026. Laws and regulations change frequently. For specific legal advice regarding your jurisdiction, please consult with local legal counsel.
The cost of a will in the UK ranges from a few pounds for a DIY kit to several hundred for a solicitor. This guide compares the typical price of each route, what you get for it, and what tends to push the cost up
There is no single price for a will. It depends on the route you choose and how complex your affairs are. The table below sets out the typical UK market ranges for the main options, what each one usually includes, and where the figures come from. These are general ranges for information only; always check a provider’s current price before deciding.
Typical UK market ranges for informational purposes only. Prices vary by provider, region and estate complexity, and may change over time. Always check the source and consult a professional before deciding.
£0 to £50
A blank template or paper booklet you complete yourself. No review of your circumstances and no guidance, so mistakes that make a will invalid are easy to miss.
Source: citizensadvice.org.uk (opens in a new tab) · as of 22 Jul 2026
£50 to £150
A guided questionnaire that produces a will, typically with optional checks, secure storage or expert review depending on the provider.
Source: moneyhelper.org.uk (opens in a new tab) · as of 22 Jul 2026
£150 to £300
A qualified solicitor drafts the will and advises on your specific situation. Prices vary by firm and region.
Source: moneyhelper.org.uk (opens in a new tab) · as of 22 Jul 2026
£500 to £1,000+
Bespoke advice for larger or more complex estates (trusts, business assets or property overseas), where tailored drafting may be worthwhile.
Source: which.co.uk (opens in a new tab) · as of 22 Jul 2026
Providers differ on whether a quoted fee already includes tax or has tax added when you pay, so check which applies before comparing prices.
Two people can pay very different amounts for a will. Cost usually tracks the complexity of your estate and how much tailored advice you need, rather than the number of pages. The main factors are:
A simple estate left to a spouse or children sits at the lower end; trusts, business assets or multiple properties push the price up.
Assets, property or beneficiaries in more than one country usually need more careful drafting, which tends to cost more.
A guided template is cheapest; tailored advice on your specific circumstances (including how a will interacts with tax) is where a solicitor adds cost and value.
A lower price often means less guidance. A guided service or solicitor can help you avoid mistakes that would be costly (or invalidate the will) later.
A will made through any route is generally valid if it meets the legal formalities for its part of the UK: in writing, signed, and witnessed by two independent witnesses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, or usually one witness in Scotland.
Remember possible extras such as secure storage or updating the will after a major life change, and read our inheritance tax guidance for the wider cost context.
Typical UK prices range from around £0 to £50 for a DIY will kit, roughly £50 to £150 for an online will service, and about £150 to £300 for a solicitor to draft a single straightforward will. More complex estates handled by a solicitor (trusts, business assets or property overseas) often cost £500 to £1,000 or more. These are general market ranges that vary by provider, region and estate complexity, so always check the provider’s current price. Providers differ on whether a quoted fee already includes tax or has tax added when you pay, so check which applies before comparing prices.
Price does not decide validity. A will made through any route is generally valid if it meets the legal formalities for the part of the UK it is made in: broadly, that it is in writing, signed by the person making it, and witnessed by two independent witnesses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, while a signed Scottish will usually needs only one witness. The trade-off with cheaper routes is usually less guidance, so mistakes that could make a will invalid or unclear are easier to miss. Whether a particular approach suits you depends on your circumstances.
Cost tends to rise with complexity rather than length. Common factors include setting up trusts, business or agricultural assets, property or beneficiaries overseas, blended families, or advice that touches on inheritance tax planning. A simple estate left to a spouse or children is usually at the lower end; a bespoke arrangement typically sits at the higher end.
There can be. Some providers charge for secure storage of the original document, and you may pay again to update your will after major life changes such as marriage, divorce, a new child or buying property. Reviewing a will every few years, or after a significant change, is generally sensible, but any update cost depends on the provider you choose.
It depends on how complex your affairs are. For a straightforward estate, an online will service or DIY kit may be enough; where there are trusts, business assets, international elements or family complexity, a solicitor’s tailored advice can be worthwhile. This is general information rather than advice about your own position. Consider a qualified professional if you are unsure.
Compare solicitor, licensed will writer, online will maker and DIY kit, and how to pick the right one for your situation.
The legal requirements for a valid will: who can draft one, and the witnessing rules that apply whichever route you choose.
How the UK decides inheritance tax scope, and why tax planning can be part of what a solicitor charges for.
Who inherits under the rules of intestacy if you die without a will, and why the outcome may not match your wishes.
Whichever route suits you, a valid, up-to-date will is what decides who inherits. Start yours with structured prompts, or find a professional for advice on your own position.
A professional review by an independent will writer or solicitor of your choice is required before your will can be finalised. Their fee is separate, varies by professional, and is paid directly to them.
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