A Norfolk clubhouse has a new name and look to celebrate the town's links to Abraham Lincoln - the 16th US president. 

Hingham Sports and Social Club in Watton Road, near Attleborough, recently reopened following a refurbishment and it is now called Abraham's Bar and Club House.

Eastern Daily Press: The new lounge area with sofas at Abraham's Bar and Club House The new lounge area with sofas at Abraham's Bar and Club House (Image: Jason Haden)

One of his ancestors, Samuel Lincoln, was born in Hingham and migrated to Hingham in Massachusetts.

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The changes include a new lounge area with sofas, softer lighting and a revamped bar, with a new partnership with Lacons Brewery too.

Eastern Daily Press: The seating area at Abraham's Bar and Club House The seating area at Abraham's Bar and Club House (Image: Jason Haden)

There is also an Abraham Lincoln portrait on the wall to celebrate the man that inspired the new look. 

Eastern Daily Press: The new bar at Abraham's Bar and Club HouseThe new bar at Abraham's Bar and Club House (Image: Jason Haden)

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Jason Haden, one of the committee members, said: "We held a launch event on the May bank holiday Monday and we were packed inside and outside.

"We have also had 30 new memberships over the last few weeks and lots of people have said how smart it looks."

Upcoming events include a coronation picnic on May 7 from 12noon until 2pm and a quiz night on May 17 from 7.30pm and it costs £1pp for teams of four.