The countdown is over for Olympian Adam Peaty and television personality Holly Ramsay, who are set to exchange vows at the historic Bath Abbey on Saturday, December 27. However, their journey to the altar has been overshadowed by a very public family rift and significant disruption for the local community.
Family Fallout Casts Shadow Over Nuptials
In the weeks leading up to the ceremony, a major fallout between the groom and his family has dominated headlines. Adam Peaty's relatives, including his mother Caroline, were dramatically uninvited from the grand ceremony. Reports initially suggested Caroline Peaty had considered gatecrashing the event, a move the couple allegedly sought to prevent by hiring round-the-clock security.
In a heartbreaking turn, Caroline has now decided against attending. After discussions with her husband Mark, she concluded it would be "too upsetting" for her to be present. A source close to the family revealed, "She will not be there because it would be too sad and she doesn’t want to spoil his big day."
Bath Abbey Closed for Full Day for 90-Minute Service
The wedding arrangements have also sparked controversy among locals in Bath. While a standard wedding hire at the Abbey is reported to cost around £2,500, it is claimed Peaty and Ramsay have paid a premium to secure the venue for the entire day of December 27.
The Abbey's official website confirms it is "closed for visiting" on that date, barring tourists and the public for a service expected to last just 90 minutes. This decision has been branded as "selfish" by some residents. A source told The Sun, "It seems rather selfish to be hiring the abbey for the whole day when your wedding service only lasts for an hour and a half or so."
Security personnel will be stationed to prevent any pictures or videos of the couple being taken by members of the public, further sealing off the event.
Final Preparations Before the Big Day
On Boxing Day, just hours before the wedding, bride-to-be Holly Ramsay was spotted leaving her father Gordon Ramsay's London home. In a telling choice, she opted for a long white winter coat over a black top and trousers. Her parents, Gordon and Tana, were seen departing the family mansion shortly after, with Holly's sister Tilly also making her exit.
The couple's relationship has been under intense scrutiny following the family dispute, turning what should be a private celebration into a very public spectacle. As final preparations are made, all eyes will be on Bath Abbey this Saturday for a wedding that promises as much drama as celebration.
