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The Zoological Club, connected with ZSL, was founded in 1866 by HW Bates, WH Flower, TH Huxley, PL Sclater, and others. The Club met to dine at various restaurants, including the Cafe Royal, before basing itself at London Zoo from 1914.

The Superintendent reported directly to the Secretary of ZSL, and was in immediate control of the Menagerie at London Zoo through the Assistant Superintendent, was the superior officer of the Curators and Prosectorial staff, and in direct control of the works, stores, gatekeepers and gardening department. The post of Superintendent was abolished in 1953.

Staff records of ZSL

Records relating to ZSL during World War Two.

Records relating to the Institute of Zoology and ZSL's scientific endeavours

Papers relating to members of the UK and foreign Royal, including visits to ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos

Reports both internal and externally published by the society.

Records relating to publications produced by ZSL

Records of press and marketing of London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo, with press cuttings books