Halfords will check any bike for free, whether it is a child’s or an adult’s, any size or type. A trained technician checks the frame, saddle and handlebars, wheels and tyres, brakes and drivetrain for wear, damage and safety while you wait. It takes up to 30 minutes.

To claim, book the Free Bike Check online on the Halfords website (it is listed as a £0 item) and choose a store and time, then take your bike in.

You get a report on what needs doing, and you can choose whether to pay for any repairs or a service. Halfords cannot do electrical work on e-bikes that were not bought from Halfords, but it will still check the mechanical parts.