Holly Ramsay and Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty are in the final countdown to their wedding this weekend, but the celebrations are overshadowed by a significant family rift. The couple are set to exchange vows at the Abbey Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Bath on December 27, yet the swimmer's mother, Caroline, will be notably absent after being uninvited from the ceremony.
Pre-Wedding Festivities and a Noticeable Absence
In the days leading up to the nuptials, Holly has been enjoying luxury pre-wedding treats. On Monday evening, she dined at her father Gordon Ramsay's exclusive Mayfair restaurant, Lucky Cat, where the 'chef's table' experience can cost up to £180 per person. She was joined by friend and influencer Eve Winnington, wife of Australian swimmer Elijah Winnington.
The pair shared snaps of a lavish meal featuring prawns, caviar, and sushi. This follows a recent festive trip the couple took to Lapland, with Adam declaring himself "the luckiest man on earth." However, amidst these joyful preparations, the absence of Adam's mother from all events has cast a long shadow.
The Roots of the Family Feud
The discord reportedly began around the time of the couple's engagement party in 2024, after they announced their plans in September of that year. A source told The Sun that while Adam's family attended the party, Caroline was unhappy that some relatives were not present and allegedly confronted Gordon Ramsay at the event.
The situation was exacerbated when, according to reports, Caroline bought a dress for the wedding that the couple did not approve of. The engagement party was filmed for Gordon Ramsay's Netflix series, with guests required to sign non-disclosure agreements and hand in their phones, potentially setting the stage for the private dispute to become public.
Public Statements and Family Pleas
Adam Peaty broke his silence on the matter with a heartfelt statement on social media. He wrote about working to "improve myself as a person" and navigating "these challenging times." He emphasised, "there are always two sides to every story" and thanked followers for their kindness. Holly showed solidarity by sharing his post to her 400,000 followers.
The feud became public in November when Adam's aunt, Louise Williams, criticised Holly for not inviting Caroline to her hen do. Caroline later spoke out directly, sending a message to her son saying she would always forgive him and loved him, but that she believed "it's the end." She expressed her hope for a long and happy marriage for the couple.
Further complicating matters, Adam's brother James, who was originally set to be a groomsman, was allegedly arrested after sending "threats" to the athlete, leading to his removal from the wedding party.
As the clock ticks down to their wedding day in the historic city of Bath, Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty will walk down the aisle carrying the weight of this very public family estrangement, hoping to start their married life on their own terms.
