Adam Peaty's Family Feud Over Wedding to Holly Ramsay: Inside Story
Adam Peaty's Family Feud Over Wedding to Holly Ramsay

Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay tied the knot in a festive ceremony at Bath Abbey on December 27, 2025, after a whirlwind romance. The 31-year-old Olympian and the 25-year-old daughter of Gordon Ramsay met when Adam was competing on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021, while Holly's younger sister Matilda was also on the show. Their relationship began in 2023, following Adam's split from his ex-girlfriend Eirianedd Munro, with whom he shares son George. The couple are now expecting their first child together.

Wedding Details

The ceremony at Bath Abbey was followed by festive drinks at the Kin House country estate. The Ramsay family attended, including Gordon and Tana Ramsay, Holly's siblings Matilda, Megan, Jack, Oscar, and Jesse. The Beckhams, close friends of the Ramsays, were also present.

Family Rift Emerges

A feud erupted after Holly hosted her hen do at Soho Farmhouse, attended by Victoria Beckham, Tana Ramsay, and Adam's sister, but notably not his mother Caroline. Adam's aunt Louise said Caroline was 'not ok' and 'broken', and claimed Adam is 'ashamed' of his brothers. Family members called him a 'narcissist' who has been 'changed' by money and has 'forgotten where he came from'.

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A family member told The Sun: 'We were sent a save the date and it's all these country houses. I'm on Universal Credit — I can't afford that. Adam has been changed by money, fame and fortune. He seems to have forgotten where he came from.' They added: 'We think he has treated Caroline appallingly. You can hear it in her voice. She's heartbroken.'

Adam's Response

Adam shared a statement saying: 'Over the past few days, a lot has been reported and comments posted about the private life of Holly and myself. My sister Bethany has also been targeted. This has been almost entirely one-sided and, in many cases, excessive and intrusive. What makes it worse is that it has been encouraged by members of my family.' He noted an active police inquiry into 'serious matters that arose long before recent events' and affirmed his commitment to self-improvement.

His brother James was reportedly arrested on suspicion of harassment after Adam's return from his Budapest stag do. A police statement confirmed a 34-year-old man was arrested and released on conditional bail.

Emotional Aftermath

After winning bronze in the men's 100 metre breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in July 2026, Adam broke down in tears. He said: 'It's hard because I know how hard I work. I know the s*** I've been through, which is no fault of my own, but it does take its toll.' He added: 'I'm not crying because it's bronze instead of gold. I'm crying because I know I am better than that.'

Caroline Peaty's Social Media Posts

Adam's mother Caroline posted on Instagram: 'Crying is a way your eyes speak when your mouth can't explain how broken your heart is.' Another post read: 'The ones I love are the people who hurt me the most. When you love someone, you protect them from the pain, you don't become the cause of it.' During her 60th birthday celebrations, she wrote: 'This year, I met the most broken version of myself but also the strongest. 2026, get ready, because I'm coming back stronger than ever.'

Relationship Timeline

  • 2021 – Adam and Holly meet on Strictly Come Dancing.
  • 2022 – Adam splits from Eirianedd Munro.
  • 2023 – Holly and Adam confirm their relationship while on holiday in Rome.
  • 2024 – Adam credits Holly's dad Gordon for helping him through difficult times.
  • 2024 – The couple get engaged.
  • 2025 – Holly's hen do at Soho Farmhouse; Adam's stag in Budapest; brother arrested.
  • December 2025 – They marry at Bath Abbey.
  • 2026 – They announce they are expecting their first child.

Adam has spoken positively of Holly, telling The Sunday Times: 'She's been pinnacle to this moment in my life where I can have peace and I can have that kind of love where it's not defined by anything else other than the connection that we have. It's great, and I look forward to the future.'

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