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  • Controlled explosion takes place at Bradgate Park after live grenade found
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General News 

Dog-friendly Leicestershire pubs to visit with your pooch

29 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
There’s lots of places providing a warm welcome – and free dog treats!
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New car park system at Bradgate Park fails after one day

28 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
The car park is reverting back to the pay and display system
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Bradgate Park’s new car park barrier system to start

24 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
There will be a 10-minute drop off allowed
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Bradgate Park backtrack after parking ticket blows over in wind

24 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
The park agreed to refund the fine after being contacted by LeicestershireLive
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You can see the Super Flower Moon rise into the sky next week

21 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
It will be the biggest and brightest full moon of the year
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Teen fined £95 at Bradgate Park for leaving ticket face-down

20 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
‘It ruined our day and I think it is really mean-spirited and awful’
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Where to see a waterfall within 70 miles of Leicester

9 May 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
There are plenty around the East Midlands
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Leicester schoolgirl honoured by Morrisons for selfless work

2 May 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
Morrisons in Glenfield rewarded Rivelle Roberts’s incredible fund-raising throughout the pandemic
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Deer antlers for sale at Bradgate Park’s new pop-up shop

1 May 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
The Visitor Centre has a brand new pop-up shop
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Tearoom at Leicestershire beauty spot available to rent

1 May 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
It’s in a perfect spot for visitors to pop in for a coffee and cake after a walk
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What to do if a deer charges when visiting Bradgate Park

30 April 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
Deer birthing season runs from May to July
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Covid-19 General News 

Coronavirus, one year on: a day of reflection

23 March 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
You are invited to join a one minute’s silence at 12 noon today (23 March) as part of a nationwide remembrance ‘A Day of Reflection’ and to mark one year since the first national lockdown.
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Covid-19 General News 

Parks with cafes where you could meet a friend from Monday

11 March 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
From March 8, you can meet with one person outside your household
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County pub to launch Pizza Shed serving takeaway wood-fired pizzas

11 March 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
The Pizza Shed opens this Saturday
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Covid-19 General News 

Summer events set to return 

10 March 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
POPULAR TOWN EVENTS are set to return to Hinckley this summer if Government restrictions allow.
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Covid-19 General News 

One year since first coronavirus case

5 March 202110 May 2021 Leicester Mercury
This week marks the anniversary of the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Leicestershire – and council, police and health chiefs and survivors are reflecting on their experiences.
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General HBBC News 

Free tree scheme launches for 2025

10 October 2025 HBBC
Residents, businesses and community groups in Hinckley and Bosworth are again being invited to apply for free trees to help make the borough a greener place and to help fight climate change.
General HBBC News 

Borough Council hosts free business events to boost skills and connections across Hinckley and Bosworth

9 October 2025 HBBC
General News 

Two members of shoplifting gang who targeted independent shop are caught

8 October 2025 Leicester Mercury
General HBBC News 

Council Leader issues statement to reassure residents

8 October 2025 HBBC
General News 

Controlled explosion takes place at Bradgate Park after live grenade found

8 October 2025 Leicester Mercury
General HBBC News 

Atkins Gallery dives into the depths with Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 exhibition

3 October 2025 HBBC

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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.

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