Groby Castle is an 11th century earthwork motte and bailey fortress, founded by Hugh de Grantmesnil. Built on the site, of an existing manorial complex, the oval motte was built over a stone building. To the east are the remains of the bailey, encased by a wide ditch, with a counterscarp bank. In 1172, the timber castle was dismantled and in the 13th century, a stone manor house, was founded on the site. A fragment of one wall remains close to the motte, with other stonework being absorbed in the construction, of the 15th century Groby Old Hall. 3 miles south is Kirby Muxloe Castle and 10 miles west is Shackerstone Castle.