Legacy Action Week is a collaboration of 8 small local charities and Winchester based solicitors and wealth managers, headed up by Iain Steel of Richard Steel & Partners Funeral Directors. The aim of the week is to highlight the impact that leaving a legacy to a smaller charity can make. There is a series of events taking place throughout the week offering free practical advice on Will-making, probate and legal matters, whilst showcasing the work of local charities. For more information about the collaboration please visit 

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Please can I encourage you to tell your friends and families about this important week. It is a great opportunity to open discussions about how to plan for later life with your family and friends.

There are a few key events taking place during the week that I want to highlight. 

All events are FREE to attend. 

If you are able to attend it would be great to see you

The Later Years – Sir Peter Thornton KC

The Arc Monday 20 April 7pm

Sir Peter Thornton is a distinguished legal expert and author of The Later Years: The Simple Guide to Organising the Rest of Your Life. This event offers an informative and accessible guide to later life, outlining the practical steps older people can take to put their affairs in order.

To book your place The Later Years with Sir Peter Thornton Tickets, Monday, Apr 20 from 7 pm to 8 pm | Eventbrite

A Series of DEDTALKS

Chesil House Wednesday 22 April 1pm -6pm

This is a drop in event that gives you the chance to seek expert advice. Our charities and legal experts will be on hand throughout the day to deliver a series of short DEDTALKS . All designed to demystify the process of making a Will. No booking needed. Just pop in and say hello.

The timetable of talks is as follows:

2:00pm Do I really need a Will? Myths v. Reality (Trethowans)

2:30pm Lasting Power of Attorney – What they matter more than a Will (Godwins)

3:00pm Intergenerational planning (TMC Financial)

3:30pm Understanding Inheritance Tax – simple steps to reduce or avoid it (Shentons)

4:00pm How to leave your Digital Legacy. What happens to your online life? Managing and passing on digital assets (Dutton Gregory)

4:30pm Inheritance Tax Solutions (RBC Brewin)