A row has broken out between Abingdon's Royal British Legion club and residents over licensing hours.

Neighbours of the club have been upset by what they say is late-night noise from the club.

But the legion, in Spring Road, said it has complied with the requests to reduce noise and nuisance and people who buy homes near pubs or clubs must expect some disturbance.

Previously, the club could stay open until 11.30pm every night of the week. Now it can open until 11pm Sundays to Thursdays and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

The Vale of White Horse District Council received 13 letters of complaint and almost 20 local residents attended a meeting of the council's development control committee in support of Juliet Payne, who lives in Spring Road.

Miss Payne said: "Weekend socialising in the club is very disruptive karaoke music, car engines starting up, doors slamming, people shouting."

The club, however, was granted its extension of hours by nine votes to six.

Club president Tom Tucker said doors and windows were closed to reduce noise.

He said: "We met with residents 18 months ago and as a result have taken steps to reduce their concerns. We cannot do much more."