Skip to content
Saturday, July 2, 2022
Latest:
  • Hinckley BID’s 11th annual Soap Box Derby
  • Opportunity to join match day at King Power Stadium as Leicester City recruits for casual workers
  • Leicester City squad keen for pre-season return despite ‘most difficult’ campaign
  • 7 of the best glamping sites with hot tubs in Leicestershire and Rutland
  • Sheltered housing scheme in Market Bosworth officially opened
Groby Village

Groby Village

In the Heart of Leicestershire

  • History
  • Community
  • What’s On
  • Shops & Services
  • Neighbourhood Plan
  • Contact Us

Author: Leicester Mercury

General News 

Village to get its Post Office back after previous service closed in 2020

2 February 2022 Leicester Mercury
The service will open in a new location on Monday, March 7
Read more
General News 

People from Leicester list their favourite things to do in the city

1 February 2022 Leicester Mercury
From grabbing a sarnie by Town Hall foundation to jamming at The Donkey
Read more
General News 

Two acres of ‘highly sought after’ land to develop just off A50 goes on the market

31 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
Would-be buyers get two houses and planning permission for eight more
Read more
General News 

Remembering Gladys the granny who pioneered ‘groundbreaking’ heart treatment which was UK first at Leicester hospital

31 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
Glenfield hospital performed the first ever TAVI heart valve procedure in the UK, transforming treatment forever
Read more
General News 

Battle ongoing to save wildlife haven golf course from development ‘decimation’

29 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
‘The golf course is like a green island surrounded by suburbia and industry’
Read more
General News 

Gorgeous thatched mansion for sale in Leicestershire has asking price cut by quarter of a million pounds

29 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
The Ernest Gimson property is one of the most picturesque homes on sale at the moment
Read more
General News 

Unemployment almost at record low thanks to booming logistics sector

25 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
More large business developments are planned for the county
Read more
General News 

Troubled 25-year-old who ‘battled anorexia’ at Glenfield Hospital died after taking illegal slimming pills

24 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
‘In our opinion the system failed Annie’
Read more
General News 

Bradgate Park offers dream job for nature lovers

23 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
The country park is on the look-out for more rangers
Read more
General News 

Charming ‘chocolate box’ Leicestershire village named one of the ‘poshest’ in England

18 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
Residents have their own private members’ club and stunning views of the countryside – but the houses are rather pricey
Read more
General News 

Leicestershire’s most treasured hidden gems – according to those in the know

16 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
Believe it or not – one of them is a stone’s throw away from a supermarket car park
Read more
General News 

Searches under way for missing woman, 38

15 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
Amandeep Kaur was last seen on Thursday morning
Read more
General News 

American Pit Bull attacked dogs and women – now a court is to rule whether he should be destroyed

14 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
The dog, called Rio, escaped through an open front door and caused terror in street, court hears
Read more
General News 

Leicestershire walkers encouraged to take on 75 mile National Forest Trek starting at Beacon Hill

10 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
Could be an ideal challenge if you enjoy being in the great outdoors
Read more
General News 

Police lay out plans to make parks safer for girls and women

10 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
Nearly £600,000 is being spent at 18 parks across Leicester and the county towns
Read more
General News 

Leicester has been named one of worst 50 places to live in the UK in 2022 by iLiveHere – here’s 50 reasons why it’s not

9 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
We live here and we wouldn’t swap it for anything
Read more
General News 

Through the keyhole of Leicestershire’s most expensive properties currently on the market

8 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
One of the mansions even comes with a helipad
Read more
General News 

Look around cute Arts and Crafts thatched mansion in the heart of Charnwood Forest

8 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
The property is on sale of £2.5 million
Read more
General News 

Man, 83, has pension snatched from his hand at city centre cash machine

5 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
He gave chase but the young thief got away
Read more
General News 

Police Taser suspect after being charged at and spat on by man ‘assaulting people in park’

5 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
‘Stand back! Stand back!’
Read more
General News 

Everything you need to know about new Covid variant found in France

5 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
The strain was detected by experts in Marseille
Read more
General News 

Bin collections across Leicestershire district missed due to coronavirus absences

5 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
And some homes may now have a three week gap between collections
Read more
General News 

Search and rescue operation to find injured walker in Bradgate Park

5 January 2022 Leicester Mercury
The rambler had suffered leg injuries in the park
Read more
General News 

New Years honours for Leicestershire include a 95-year-old for five decades of dedication

31 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Tony Bradley is among several Leicestershire people to receive awards
Read more
General News 

Seriously ill man thought the doctors and nurses at Leicester hospital were trying to kill him

30 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
But if it wasn’t for Glenfield medics he would have died
Read more
General News 

‘Lots of people just walking about’: Leicestershire tourist attractions and their worst TripAdvisor reviews

28 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
One family dubbed The Space Centre ‘boring’ and a ‘waste of time’
Read more
General News 

‘Be prepared’: Environment Agency issues flood warning for Leicestershire river

26 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Further rain is expected in the coming days
Read more
General News 

Which Leicestershire park cafes are open over Christmas and new year – and when

24 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Here’s where you can treat yourself to a cuppa after your walk
Read more
General News 

Leicestershire road named as one of the most expensive to live on in the UK

22 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
A road in Leicestershire beats out competition from the rest of the East Midlands
Read more
General News 

Vandals tear up trees days after they were planted

21 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Yobs previously targeted the green space a few months ago
Read more
General News 

Warning as electricity works set to shut country road for five weeks

20 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
The lane lies just outside Leicester
Read more
General News 

Christmas coronary warning as heart disease and cardiac arrests rise over festive season

19 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Warning to people to think of their heart this Christmas
Read more
General News 

Tributes paid to ‘real character’ who served his community for nearly 50 years

17 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Harvey Green was the postmaster of Cropston Post Office
Read more
General News 

Dog with slashed neck among five found abandoned near Bradgate Park

17 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
RSPCA warns winter crisis is looming over abandoned pets
Read more
General News 

Popular pub re-opens after £360,000 refurbishment – complete with heated chalet-style cabins

17 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
The pub now has heated chalet-style cabins – complete with TV screens
Read more
General News 

Plan for 93 homes on pastureland near Bradgate Park delayed after warnings of ‘severe’ impact

16 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Locals fear the extra homes would put local services under strain
Read more
General News 

Leicestershire’s very own ‘TARDIS’ and historic ambulance station given protected status

15 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Buildings described as ‘rare’ and ‘iconic’ parts of the county’s heritage
Read more
General News 

ADVERTORIAL: Six reasons why we should all celebrate 100 years of the University of Leicester

6 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Founded as a living memorial to the people after World War I, this is a ground-breaking university
Read more
General News 

Man dragged woman out of shopping centre store around two minute silence on Armistice Day

1 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
Victim is said to have only suffered minor injuries during the incident
Read more
General News 

Puppy tossed into air as woman attacked by robber while walking in Bradgate Park

1 December 2021 Leicester Mercury
The victim has appealed to the public for information on her attacker
Read more
General News 

Pumping station for sale with stunning views over Bradgate Park has price slashed

21 November 2021 Leicester Mercury
You’ll still need to have quite a lot of cash burning a hole in your pocket mind
Read more
General News 

Bradgate Park offering unique opportunity to visit Santa in Old John Tower

5 November 2021 Leicester Mercury
Certainly a different kind of Santa’s grotto experience!
Read more
General News 

Map reveals the healthiest and unhealthiest parts of Leicester to live in

31 October 2021 Leicester Mercury
Where gets the worst ratings?
Read more
General News 

Spooky tales of hauntings at Leicestershire landmarks for Halloween

30 October 2021 Leicester Mercury
Ghosts and ghouls abound at some of our more eerie historical haunts
Read more
General News 

The unique Leicester experiences you can’t get anywhere else in the East Midlands

29 October 2021 Leicester Mercury
Take that, Nottingham, Derby, Lincoln and Northampton
Read more
General News 

Rutland teacher finds entire potato in pack of Kettle Chips

19 October 2021 Leicester Mercury
He says it simply refused to be a crisp
Read more
General News 

Antlers clash as Bradgate Park rut gets into full swing

9 October 2021 Leicester Mercury
The battles have been captured by park volunteer photographers
Read more
General News 

Six picturesque Leicestershire villages for perfect days out

9 October 2021 Leicester Mercury
Give the theme parks and tourist traps a swerve with these gorgeous spots
Read more
General News 

Cash boost secured to improve safety of women and girls

7 October 2021 Leicester Mercury
18 parks across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland will see improvements
Read more
General News 

Bradgate Park is hiring and the pay is decent too

23 September 2021 Leicester Mercury
It sure beats sitting in an office
Read more
  • ← Previous
  • Next →

News

General HBBC News 

Hinckley BID’s 11th annual Soap Box Derby

28 June 2022 HBBC
Press release issued by Hinckley BID:
General News 

Opportunity to join match day at King Power Stadium as Leicester City recruits for casual workers

28 June 2022 Leicester Mercury
General News 

Leicester City squad keen for pre-season return despite ‘most difficult’ campaign

27 June 2022 Leicester Mercury
General News 

7 of the best glamping sites with hot tubs in Leicestershire and Rutland

26 June 2022 Leicester Mercury
General HBBC News 

Sheltered housing scheme in Market Bosworth officially opened

24 June 2022 HBBC
General News 

Old pictures of Bradgate Park from the Leicester Mercury archives

18 June 2022 Leicester Mercury

Don’t miss a thing!

Subscribe now for Groby Village news, event, community and Neighbourhood Plan updates straight to your inbox.

 

Loading

About Us

Groby.org.uk

Groby (pronounced Grooby) is a thriving village situated 5 miles northwest of the city of Leicester, in the county of Leicestershire, England, UK.

As well as boasting many historic buildings, the village has been home to two English Queens - Elizabeth Woodville (wife of Edward IV) and Lady Jane Grey.

Now in its 21st year, Groby.org.uk is proud to provide the go-to hub for news, events, services and history for the people of Groby.

Navigation

  • Home
  • History
  • Community
  • What’s On
  • Shops & Services
  • Neighbourhood Plan
  • Contact Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy

Contact Us

General enquiries
hello@groby.org.uk

Editorial
editor@groby.org.uk

Advertising
advertise@groby.org.uk

Sponsors

Professional web design, development and hosting. www.rainsforth.co.uk
Copyright © 2021 Groby.org.uk. All rights reserved.

Header image from Worlds Apart. Courtesy of Mike Pratt.
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT
  • Home
  • History
  • Community
  • What’s On
  • Shops & Services
  • Neighbourhood Plan
  • Contact Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy