Ten unclaimed estates in Bristol could hold hidden fortunes for relatives
Bristol: Did you know there are ten unclaimed estates in Bristol this year? They could be worth a pretty penny to someone who might not even know it.
When someone passes away without any known relatives or a will, their belongings—like money and property—go to the Crown. This is called ‘bona vacantia’ and it means the property is unclaimed.
The government has listed these ten estates to help any potential heirs come forward. If there’s no will, the first in line to claim the estate are the spouse or civil partner, followed by any children. If those aren’t around, then it’s open to anyone descended from a grandparent.
So, if you recognize any of these names, it might be worth looking into. Here’s a quick rundown of the unclaimed estates from Bristol published this year.
Claims are usually managed by the government, except in certain areas like the Duchies of Cornwall and Lancaster. There’s typically a 12-year limit to make a claim, but sometimes it can stretch to 30 years.
Unfortunately, the value of these estates isn’t listed, so it’s a bit of a mystery. If you want to dig deeper or check out older unclaimed estates, you can find more info online.
