Clarification on National Probate Calendar

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Member Since: February 2005 Posts: 180 Send Message	Nicky	Report	8 Feb 2011 00:12
	Thank you very much - that's really helpful. Much appreciated. Nicky
Member Since: June 2003 Posts: 9,985 Send Message	Jill 2011 (aka Warrior Princess of Cilla!)	Report	7 Feb 2011 23:56
	Of course the Executor could be a beneficiary as well ...
	Researching: London: Faber, Haysey, Spicer ...
Member Since: June 2003 Posts: 9,985 Send Message	Jill 2011 (aka Warrior Princess of Cilla!)	Report	7 Feb 2011 23:54
	The Executor. They're the ones who are "given" the money to distribute according to the terms of the will. Jill
	Researching: London: Faber, Haysey, Spicer ...
Member Since: February 2005 Posts: 180 Send Message	Nicky	Report	7 Feb 2011 23:33
	Hi, I wonder if someone can help clarify something for me please? I have been looking at the Index of England and Wales National Probate Calendar now searchable on Ancestry.com. I know I will need to purchase the full Will for exact details but in the index when it says probate left to (name) is that the person(s) who is named as the executor of the Will or the name of the beneficiary(s)? Any guidance would be most welcome - thank you.