Police were called to an event described as a "Willy Wonka Experience" in Glasgow as angry families demanded refunds. The event was advertised as a "journey filled with wondrous creations and enchanting surprises at every turn". But one visitor told BBC Scotland News that it was little more than "an abandoned, empty warehouse". It was cancelled by organisers House of Illuminati mid-way through Saturday following complaints from parents. They have said full refunds will be given to everyone who bought tickets, reported to have cost up to £35. Eva Stewart, of East Kilbride, said she saw children crying with disappointment at the event which was scheduled to run on Saturday and Sunday. A post from organisers, House of Illuminati, in January described the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory-themed event as where "dreams become reality". a House of Illuminati spokesperson said: "Today has been a very stressful and frustrating day for many and for that we are truly sorry. "Unfortunately, at the last minute we were let down in many areas of our event and tried our best to continue on and push through and now realise we probably should have cancelled first thing this morning instead. They added that they "fully apologise" and would be giving "full refunds to each and every person that purchased tickets."
