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The main road through Thatcham is the A4, which runs between central London and Avonmouth. The M4 is a few miles north, accessible at junction 3. Since Thatcham is just three miles east of Newbury, you could compare garages in both areas to find the best price. Thatcham railway station is situated on the Reading to Taunton Line, and most bus services are provided by Newbury & District and West Berkshire Council Transport Services.

Ticking and rattling are two closely related noises you might hear from your car. If you listen closely to where the sound is coming from and when it happens (while accelerating, for instance), you might be able to work out the cause.

The first thing to check is whether the engine oil is low, requiring a top-up - this is the best-case scenario. If your car is rattling and the sound is coming from the engine, it could be caused by a loose serpentine belt or timing chain. From the car's rear, it might be a loose exhaust or a broken catalytic converter, and the other possibility is worn suspension, which can cause rattling from the front or rear of the vehicle.

Possible explanations for ticking include worn spark plugs, knocking engine rods, dirty valve lifters and misaligned valves. You can learn more about these issues here.

Ticking and rattling noises should be taken seriously as they sometimes indicate a problem with the engine that could cause further damage if ignored.