603 (City of Edinburgh) Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force
description: This Victorian Mansion was designed in 1891 for Arthur Sanderson, the famous whisky distiller who had bought a large collection of fine arts. However, since 1925 it has been the Headquarters of 603 (City of Edinburgh) Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force. The interiors were finely decorated by William Scott Morton, with each room individually designed according to the art displayed – a Grecian themed entrance hall, a Renaissance Dining Room, Drawing Room inspired by Robert Adam, and Louis XIII styled bedroom. GLOBAL CONNECTIONS – RAF Reserves continually serve around the world on RAF Force Protection duties. ACTIVITIES - We will provide tours of the building at 1pm and 3pm on both days. Advance booking essential via https://603sqn-dod2019.eventbrite.co.uk The max number per tour is 20. Booking opens 2nd September. Visitors will have to note that the ground floor is accessible by wheelchair (temporary ramps will be in place) however those with reduced mobility may find difficulty going to other levels (especially beyond the 1st floor).
source: edinburgh
type: Museum