Probate registry · England
Leeds Probate Registry
Office status and address read on GOV.UK's Find a Court or Tribunal on 15 September 2026. ProbateCheck is an independent service, not a law firm.
The Leeds probate office is open by appointment at York House, 31 York Place, Leeds, LS1 2ED, as listed on Find a Court or Tribunal on 15 September 2026. You do not need to visit it to find a will or grant of probate: the records for England and Wales are one national index you can search online, and a copy costs £16.
Probate office in Leeds: open by appointment
York House31 York PlaceLeedsLS1 2EDPostal address is the same building with postcode LS1 2BA.
"If challenging a probate application ('entering a caveat') you must email if you want to request an in-person appointment. Do not call the registry as they will be unable to make an appointment over the phone." Email contactprobate@justice.gov.uk. Enquiries 0300 303 0648, Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm. Applications are not taken at the counter: apply online or post form PA1P or PA1A to HMCTS Probate, PO Box 12625, Harlow, CM20 9QF.
Grants processed by the Leeds registry
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