When you think of the Tower of London, you probably imagine it as somewhere you might go visit as a tourist these days.

This royal menagerie including lions and camels moved to the Tower of London in 1210. This was a private menagerie, only open for the pleasure of king and court. Sadly the animals were not treated ...

For centuries, the Tower of London was home to a royal menagerie of exotic animals, from polar bears to elephants. Lions took pride of place at the Tower's entrance, fearsome gatekeepers serving as a ...

Chief Yeoman Warder Alan Kingshott popped into the Breakfast Show studio to help launch 500 Words 2017, and shared some fascinating stories about the Tower. Alan brought in some props to give ...

Although its exterior might be grim and even unimpressive (especially when compared to stately Buckingham Palace), the Tower of London's interior is always bustling with activity. Despite its name ...