It’s that time of year again when we say a collective thank you to our dads for all they do for us.

From riding a bike, to scoring a goal, to building your first piece of flat pack furniture – chances are, it was your dad that showed you how it was done.

So now it's over to you to say thank you on Father’s day 2018, which this year falls on Sunday, June 17.

But if you’re scratching your head for gift ideas, you aren’t alone - dads can be tricky creatures to buy for.

Luckily, Halfords has a great range of gifts to suit all wallets. We’ve picked out some of our best buys.

For the bike-mad dad…

If he likes nothing better than getting around on two wheels, then check out Halfords extensive cycling range.

Looking to really spoil him? If you're really looking to push the boat out, the family could club together to treat him to the Boardman Elite Air 9.0 Men’s Road Bike , above. A class-leading race bike whether your passion is Triathlon, TT or Road, it's now £1,599.99.

Of course, he’ll be needing the right kit to keep it in tip-top condition, so the Bikehut Cleaning Kit is a must. It’s currently just £20 and includes everything he needs to keep his bike clean, lubricated and running smoothly.

Make sure he looks the part. The Boardman Team Road Bike Helmet , £35, above, will not only keep him safe – it also looks pretty mean. An excellent choice for mountain biking, it features a great fit system which allows for easy adjustment.

And don’t forget to invest in a bike lock to keep your investment safe and secure.The Kryptonite Evolution Mini 7 Bike Lock , £35, has a steel shackle and a braided steel cable, making it one of the most robust locks available.

For the car-mad dad...

Help him keep his pride and joy in tip top condition with the Meguiars Deluxe Car Care Kit , above . You can save £13 on this at Halfords - now £52, was £65. Plus, there's 20% off all Meguiars car cleaning products to help you keep your car in mint condition.

It contains seven key ingredients that will give his car a squeaky clean paintwork and shine to rival cars straight out of the showroom.

If in-car gadgets are more his thing, the Sonichi S100 Digital Radio Adapter , £45, is a good choice.

With the Sonichi S100, you can add digital radio to your car without changing your stereo. The unique autotune technology finds the best signal and automatically retunes for you, to ensure a consistently high level of reception. It features 36 DAB station presets and 4 FM station presets so you can easily swap between stations.

Dash cams are increasingly popular nowadays and offer great peace of mind while out and about on the road.

The Nextbase Dash Cam 112, £39, above, offers the ultimate in convenience and ease of installation with the new and exclusive Click & Go Powered Magnetic Mount. Offer ends June 25.

It has a magnetic mount and powered touch points in the mount, allowing the camera itself to be free from wires. With a 120° wide angle view and 720p High Definition recording, it will record every unexpected movement.

For the DIY-mad dad

If yours is the type of dad that likes to spend his weekends fixing things, well, first of all – lucky you.

Show him you appreciate his efforts by making sure he always has the right tools for the job.

A decent set of screwdrivers is the first thing any handyman needs – and let’s face it, you can never have too many. The Halfords Advanced 8 Piece Screwdriver Set , above - save £14 on this, now just £6.

He’ll be needing somewhere to keep them, of course, so you may as well throw in this Stanley 12.5" Toolbox , now £5 save £5 (offer ends June 12), while you’re at it.

It’s probably looking a bit sparse with just the screwdrivers, though. You could fill it with this 12 Piece Combination Spanners Set , £35, to really show you care.

Manufactured from professional quality chrome vanadium steel for superior performance, this set is great value set is an ideal size for general car maintenance, or for everyday use in the home, garage and workshop.

If you’re looking to ‘splash’ the cash on your dad, everyone knows that a pressure washer is the most fun anyone can have while, well, cleaning things.

It’s also an incredibly useful appliance to have around – and if you ask your dad nicely he might even let you borrow it.

The Karcher OC3 Portable Cleaner is a simple and lightweight solution for cleaning on the go. Easy to store in your car boot or caravan, this battery powered portable cleaner comes with a 4 litre water tank and a 5 bar pressure that's perfect for rinsing off your bike, wellies or even your dog at the end of a muddy day.

Plus, its specially reduced for Father's day from £145 down to £99 (offer valid 12/6 - 21/06).

Trust us…it’s the gift that will keep on giving.

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