Turkey

Two newlyweds from St Austell have received an apology from holiday operator Thomson after they found a rat in their hotel room fridge in Turkey.

Abi and Mark Thornton said they were shocked to discover not only the rodent but its droppings and urine on a celebratory bottle of champagne in their room, back in May.

Abi Thornton

Abi, 26, said: "I went to reception and had to repeat twice that there was a rat in the fridge in our room... she sent a maintenance worker to my room who was laughing and holding a broom."

Thomson has apologised to the couple and a spokesman said: "We'd like to reassure customers that we regularly audit all of the hotels we feature in respect of health and safety, including hygiene."

Holiday firm Thomson has apologised to a pair of Cornish newlyweds who told the BBC they had a nightmare experience after finding a rat in their hotel fridge.

Abi and Mark Thornton from St Austell went to Turkey for their wedding in May and booked everything through Thomson, but were shocked to discover the rodent and its droppings in the fridge in their room.

Abi Thornton

A spokesperson for Thomson said: "We would like to apologise to Mr and Mrs Thornton for their experience, especially when it was for such a special occasion.

"We would like to thank the customers for bringing this to our attention and we are investigating the matter fully."

There'll be more on BBC Radio Cornwall from midday.