Free Wills Month Near Me: How to Find a Solicitor in Your Area - My Local Will Writer

If you’ve just searched “Free Wills Month near me”, you’re probably trying to answer one question: can I actually get an appointment?

The short answer is yes, if you’re quick. Free Wills Month runs twice a year, in March and October, connecting people aged 55 and over with local solicitors who’ll write a simple will free of charge. The next campaign opens on 2 March 2026.

The problem is that there’s no central booking system. You find a solicitor, you call them, you mention the scheme. And in popular areas, slots go in the first few days. By mid-March, you’re often chasing whatever’s left.

Here’s how to find a solicitor near you, what the scheme actually covers, and what to do if it doesn’t work out.

How to Find a Free Wills Month Solicitor Near You

The process is simpler than most people expect.

Once the campaign opens, go to freewillsmonth.org.uk and enter your postcode. The site shows participating solicitors in your area, with their name, address and contact details. Pick one that works for you and call them directly, letting them know you’d like to book through Free Wills Month.

A few things worth knowing before you search:

• Coverage can be surprisingly patchy. One postcode may show nothing available, while the next one over has multiple firms. Major cities tend to have more options, but it’s not guaranteed.
• Most appointments are face-to-face at the solicitor’s office. Some firms offer phone or video. Worth asking when you call.
• There’s no waitlist. Slots are first-come, first-served, and many firms close their books within the first week. The campaign runs all month. The appointments rarely do.
• If your nearest solicitor is already full, try widening your search. Enter postcodes for neighbouring towns or the next borough. You’re not restricted to your exact area.

Who Can Use Free Wills Month?

You need to be 55 or over. If you’re a couple, only one of you has to meet the age requirement for both to qualify.

Your will also needs to be what the scheme calls “simple”. That means no trusts, no business assets, no overseas property, and no complex family arrangements like blended families with competing interests. The solicitor assesses this at the appointment. If your situation is too involved for the scheme, they’ll let you know. You’re not committed to anything at that point.

If that doesn’t apply to you, it doesn’t mean you can’t make a will. It just means this particular scheme isn’t the right route. There’s a quicker option with no age limit and no restrictions on complexity.

What If There Are No Solicitors Near You?

This is where most people hit a wall. You search your postcode and either nothing comes up or every local firm is already booked. It’s not personal. It’s diary space. It happens every campaign, especially in popular areas.

Don’t let that be the reason it stays on your to-do list. You’ve got three practical options.

Get it done online. If what you really want is to have it sorted, there’s a simpler route. My Local Will Writer lets you start your will online in about 15 to 20 minutes. No age limit, no campaign window, no need to travel. It works from anywhere in the UK and every will is solicitor-checked.

Widen your search. Some nearby areas are listed separately on the Free Wills Month site. If you’re in a city with surrounding towns, try those postcodes too. They may have firms with slots still available. That said, if it means a long journey for a free service, it’s worth weighing up whether your time is better spent doing it from home.

Try a different free scheme. Octopus Legacy runs a similar programme in February to March and September to October, covers all ages, and works online through 150+ partner charities. The National Free Wills Network also operates year-round. Both are legitimate alternatives if Free Wills Month doesn’t fit your situation.

Ready to get it sorted? Start your will online here.

Tips for Getting an Appointment

If you’re eligible and want to use the scheme, a few things will help:

• Search on opening day. The March 2026 campaign opens on 2 March. The first week is when most slots are taken.
• Call in the morning. Solicitors’ phone lines tend to be quieter before lunch.
• Be flexible on location. If your nearest firm is full, try postcodes 10 to 15 miles out.
• Have your details ready: full names, addresses, who you want to leave things to, and your preferred executor. It won’t help you get the slot, but it’ll make the appointment faster.
• If you’re a couple, book both appointments at the same time.

When Free Wills Month Is Still the Right Choice

The scheme genuinely works for the right person. If you’re 55 or over, your estate is straightforward, and you’re comfortable with a face-to-face appointment, it’s a good option. Especially if you can act in the first few days of the campaign.

Check freewillsmonth.org.uk from 2 March for participating firms near you. If that’s your situation, use it.

If it’s not, or if you’d rather not wait, you can get your will done today.

The real win isn’t getting a free appointment. It’s having it done. More than half of UK adults still don’t have a will in place. Whether you use Free Wills Month, another free scheme, or an online service, getting it written is what actually matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a Free Wills Month solicitor near me?

Visit freewillsmonth.org.uk when the campaign opens and enter your postcode. The site shows participating solicitors in your area with their contact details. You call them directly to book.

Is Free Wills Month available in my area?

Coverage varies by postcode and changes each campaign. The only way to check is through the postcode search on freewillsmonth.org.uk once the campaign is live.

What if there are no Free Wills Month solicitors near me?

You can widen your postcode search, try a different free scheme like Octopus Legacy or the National Free Wills Network, or make your will online with a service like My Local Will Writer, which has no age limit and no campaign window.

Do I have to be 55 to use Free Wills Month?

Yes. You need to be 55 or over to qualify. For couples, only one partner needs to meet the age requirement.

When is the next Free Wills Month?

Free Wills Month runs twice a year, in March and October. The March 2026 campaign opens on 2 March.

Can I make a will online instead of using Free Wills Month?

Yes. Online will writing services like My Local Will Writer let you create a solicitor-checked will from home in about 15 to 20 minutes, with no age restriction or campaign deadline.