Areas We Serve
New Forest Wills provides will writing, Lasting Power of Attorney documents and probate administration guidance through home visits across Hampshire, Dorset and the New Forest. Russell Clegg travels to clients rather than asking them to travel to an office, so you can deal with executors, beneficiaries, guardians and inheritance questions from your own home.
Estate planning depends on your circumstances. A property in Southampton, a family home in the New Forest, and a retirement flat in Bournemouth each raise different questions about attorneys, mental capacity, and how property and financial affairs get managed if you can’t manage them yourself. A home visit gives you time to work through those questions instead of rushing an office appointment.
You can prepare a will, set up Lasting Power of Attorney, or get probate guidance in Southampton, Bournemouth, Lymington, Ringwood, Christchurch, Poole and the surrounding towns and villages. Appointments run in the evening or at weekends where possible, and fees get agreed before any work starts.
Estate Planning Across Hampshire, Dorset and the New Forest
- Lymington
- Christchurch
- New Milton
- Totton
- Southampton
- Eastleigh
- Hythe
- Ringwood
- Bournemouth
- Poole
- Ferndown
- Highcliffe
- Barton on Sea
- Milford on Sea
- Lyndhurst
- Brockenhurst
- Beaulieu
- Hordle
- Fordingbridge
- Sway
- Ashurst
- Chandlers Ford
- Bransgore
- Burley
- Marchwood
- Southbourne
- Boscombe
- Winton
- Shirley
- Portswood
- Bitterne
- Hedge End
- West End
- Woolston
- Fair Oak
- Bishopstoke
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you visit my home?
Yes. Home visits form the basis of every appointment across Hampshire, Dorset and the New Forest.
How far do you travel?
Coverage includes Southampton, Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Lymington, Ringwood and the surrounding towns and villages. Call to check a specific address.
Is there an extra charge for a home visit?
No. The fee agreed at booking includes the visit itself.
Do you cover Dorset?
Yes. Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown and the surrounding Dorset towns fall inside the regular coverage area.
Do you visit hospitals?
With enough notice, hospital appointments can often get arranged. Call to discuss the circumstances.
Can couples book together?
Yes. A joint appointment covers both partners' wills or Lasting Powers of Attorney in a single visit.
Do you offer evening appointments?
Yes, where the schedule allows. Mention it when you book.
Do I need a solicitor to make a will?
No. Many people use a will writer instead of a solicitor. New Forest Wills sets out the options and prepares documents that meet current UK legal requirements.
How long does a home appointment take?
Most appointments run one to two hours, depending on whether the appointment covers a will, Lasting Powers of Attorney, or a probate discussion.
Call the Office to Check Coverage
Call 0330 223 7657 to check a specific address. Home appointments run across most of Hampshire, Dorset and the New Forest.
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Denise M.
3 weeks ago
We would highly recommend Russell. He did my Will and our LPA’s.
He explained everything in simple terms as I had been putting it off thinking it would all be too complicated. He arrived on time and always replied promptly to any messages I sent.
He explained everything in simple terms as I had been putting it off thinking it would all be too complicated. He arrived on time and always replied promptly to any messages I sent.
Livia G.
6 months ago
Excellent service from Russell at New Forest Wills. He took the time to explain everything in plain English and made what could have been a daunting process feel completely manageable. Professional, kind and very thorough — I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.
Deborah S.
9 months ago
Excellent service from New Forest Wills (Russell). The process for both writing a will and completing Lasting Power of Attorney was made simple and stress free. I would highly recommend them.
Gordon F.
12 months ago
A great experience with Russell. Every aspect explained well. Will and power of attorney prepared seamlessly. Can recommend without reservation.
Ed F.
1 year ago
Russell helped my wife and I with our Will and setting up Power of Attorneys (health and finance). He is very professional, knowledgable and a pleasure to deal with - highly recommended!
Maxine
1 year ago
Russell was extremely helpful to my elderly relative; he explained everything clearly to her, he was patient and did not rush her in any way - highly recommended
Jane R.
1 year ago
Russell was very helpful and informative when he helped me sort out my will. He explained everything clearly to me. He was patient and understanding and at no time did I feel rushed nor pressured to make any decisions. I would highly recommend….in fact , subsequently, Russell has helped a friend of mine on my recommendation. Thank you Russell
Terence B.
1 year ago
Russell was very knowledgeable. He showed me lots of ways of helping me. He made a quite hard task easier.very approachable. Highly recommend him.
Debbie O.
2 years ago
Russell came to our house and explained the process to us clearly, he's friendly and very professional, we were very happy with the service he provides, we would definitely recommend his excellent services without a doubt. 👌
Sharon M
2 years ago
Having found New Forest Wills on a google search in my area, I was very pleased that I instructed Russell to write my will and sort out Power of Attorney for me. He visited my home, was extremely professional and friendly ,explaining everything to me very clearly.
Thank you Russell for your help.
Thank you Russell for your help.
Paul O.
2 years ago
My mother is a resident at Sway Place Care Home and she needed to update her Will. Having read the excellent reviews on-line, we chose to use the services of New Forest Wills, which also had the added convenience of being local. Russell visited my mother at the Care Home and she immediately felt at ease with him. He took the time to explain the procedure clearly and documented my mother's wishes in what was a straightforward process. We received the Will back from Legal & Contract Services Ltd without any changes necessary and both he and his wife kindly witnessed her signing it at the Care Home. New Forest Wills certainly justifies our 5 star review for Russell's personable and professional service and value for money and we would thoroughly recommend it.
PAM
2 years ago
Seems Excellent watch this space . If he is good I will be recommending him to several family members
Beverley S.
3 years ago
Excellent Service. We needed to do new Wills and this made the process easy. I would highly recommend
Annie K.
4 years ago
Russell has been amazing, from the first point of contact with regards to sorting out a will for my mother to spending time explaining everything to her in detail, he has gone the extra mile. I would highly recommend his services
Val N.
5 years ago
My husband & I used New Forest Wills to update our wills last year, something we had kept putting off because we didn’t have the time, but It was so simple, Russ came to our home, he was friendly & professional providing an excellent service at a great price.
I was so impressed that I persuaded my 85 yr old mum to use Russ to get her Lasting power of attorney done, she didn’t want a strange man going to her home but as soon as Russ had left, she phoned me to tell me what a lovely man he was and how he explained everything to her & it was cheaper than she expected, this is high praise indeed.
I highly recommend Russ at NF Wills
I was so impressed that I persuaded my 85 yr old mum to use Russ to get her Lasting power of attorney done, she didn’t want a strange man going to her home but as soon as Russ had left, she phoned me to tell me what a lovely man he was and how he explained everything to her & it was cheaper than she expected, this is high praise indeed.
I highly recommend Russ at NF Wills
Trina H.
5 years ago
I had not made any provision for writing a will, so I was very pleased to have a visit from Russell who spent time considering the best option for my requirements. The process was very carefully thought through and professional, and I now feel a great deal of relief that my will is now in place. I would highly recommend New Forest Wills to anyone looking for a reliable and cost-effective service.
