What is Make a Will Month?
Take part in Make a Will Month and get your Will professionally written in exchange for a donation to Barnsley Hospice. Throughout September, participating local solicitors will generously waive their usual Will writing fees, helping us to continue providing specialist palliative and end of life care for the people of Barnsley.
Why write a Will?
At the hospice, we understand the importance of making your wishes known and putting things in place for your loved ones at every stage of life and making a Will can be a good way to do this.
How much does it cost?
If you get your Will written as part of Make a Will Month, you can create a Simple Will for a suggested minimum donation of £100, or £180 for a pair of Mirror Wills.
Please note: If your Will is deemed more complex, additional fees may incur. Your solicitor will explain any additional costs during your initial appointment. There is no obligation to leave a gift in your Will as part of Make a Will Month.
How do I get involved?
Getting involved in Make a Will Month couldn’t be easier, just follow these four simple steps!
Step 1: Choose your solicitor and book your appointment
Choose a solicitor from the list of participating local solicitors below and book your ‘Make a Will Month’ appointment.
Please note: Appointments will not be open to book until Monday 21 July 2025. All Make a Will Month appointments must take place during the month of September 2025.
Best Solicitors
Location: 39 Church Street, Barnsley, S70 2AH
Solicitor: Emily Allison
Booking contact details will be provided here once appointments open.
Bury & Walkers LLP
Barnsley Office:
Location: Regent St, Barnsley, S70 2EQ
Solicitors: Margo McCulloch, Charlotte Brooks or Eleanor Wilson
Booking contact details will be provided here once appointments open.
Wombwell Office:
Location: Church St, Dearne Valley, S73 0DG
Solicitors: Karen Barton or Grace Tasker
Booking contact details will be provided here once appointments open.
Ison Harrison Solicitors
Location: Queens Court, Regent Street, Barnsley, S70 2EG
Solicitor: Jessica Haigh
Booking contact details will be provided here once appointments open.
WM Pennine Solicitors
Location: 2 New Street, Barnsley, S70 1SA (Located next to Alhambra Shopping Centre)
Solicitor: Yvonne Copley
Booking contact details will be provided here once appointments open.
Elmhirst Parker Solicitors
Location: 17/19 Regent Street, Barnsley, S70 2HP
Solicitor: Matthew Murphy
Booking contact details will be provided here once appointments open.
Ridley & Hall
Location: 35 Church St, Barnsley, S70 2AP
Solicitor: Holly Thurlbeck
Booking contact details will be provided here once appointments open.
Please Note: Local participating solicitors taking part in Make a Will Month will begin opening their appointment slots from Monday 21 July 2025.
Step 2: Attend your initial appointment & make your donation
Once you have booked your appointment, you will meet with your confirmed solicitor to discuss your wishes and begin drafting your Will. Following this initial meeting, simply make your donation to Barnsley Hospice which will help support the specialist palliative and end of life care we provide to the local community of Barnsley.
Donations can be made online, via the Barnsley Hospice website.
Step 3: We will confirm your donation and your solicitor will start drafting your Will.
Once you have made your donation, sit back while your solicitor begins drafting your Will.
Once your Will has been drafted, your solicitor will get in touch to arrange a time for you to review and sign the Will. They will guide you through the process, answer any last questions and make sure everything is in line with your wishes.
Step 4: Relax knowing you’ve helped make a difference!
Once your Will is signed, you can relax knowing you have taken care of those close to you, all while supporting your local hospice and the outstanding care we provide to local families.
Hi, I’m Laura, Individual Giving Manager here at Barnsley Hospice.
Thank you for your interest in this year’s Make a Will Month, I’m here to answer any questions or queries you may have!
Register your interest in our Make a Will Month 2025 campaign!
Complete this form and we will email you a reminder when appointments open. Registering your interest does not guarantee an appointment, but you’ll be among the first to know when bookings go live on Monday 21 July 2025.
