Audika runs over 300 hearing centres across the UK and states plainly that its hearing tests are completely free. An audiologist checks your hearing, talks through the results and explains any options – with no obligation to buy anything.

There is also a quick online hearing screening on the same site if you would rather get an initial indication at home before booking an appointment.

Book online through the Audika hearing test page, use the clinic finder, or call their freephone booking line. You need to be 19 or over to attend an in-clinic test.