The Otter in Thorpe Marriott to change name to The Old Mill

Thorpe Marriott pub The Otter, owned by Greene King, has been granted permission by Broadland District Council to change its name as part of a transformation project.

The pub, which first opened in 1991, will soon become known as The Old Mill as a nod to the history of mills in the area.

The pub will soon change its name as part of the refurbishment (Image: Greene King/Ashleigh via Broadland District Council)

The new name is not the only change planned for the pub.

A spokesman for Greene King explained: "We are planning a rejuvenating refurbishment of this pub which is close to Norwich.

"The refurbishment will see a change of first impressions externally with new high-impact signage and lighting.

The Otter in Thorpe Marriott (Image: Sonya Duncan)

"The pub will look more welcoming and diner-friendly upon entering."

The Otter is currently caught in the midst of a planning row, having sparked concerns among locals after applying for some garden upgrades, including the installation of a pergola and a covered walkway, as well as a walk-in freezer.

Broadland planners are yet to reach a decision about the rest of the proposed changes.