[1] It was mentioned in the Domesday Book and later, as Rothley Temple, associated with the Knights Templar.
[3][4] Rothley Court incorporates part of the preceptory that was converted for residential use in the 16th century.
[3] Much of what can be seen today is from substantial renovation and extension works conducted by John Ely of Manchester, between 1894 and 1895.
[5] In 1951, Rothley Court and chapel were protected as Grade I listed buildings.
[1] In 1988 Mike Gatting was sacked as England cricket captain after an alleged off-field indiscretion with a barmaid at the hotel.