The fairytale wedding of Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty and influencer Holly Ramsay was reportedly dominated by intense security measures and a painful family rift this past Saturday. The couple exchanged vows at the historic Bath Abbey, with a reception at the luxurious Kin House, but the celebrations were clouded by the notable absence of the groom's mother and other family members.
Security Overshadows Celebrity Nuptials
Guests, including high-profile names like David and Victoria Beckham, were required to wear mandatory security wristbands upon entry. The tight protocols, which also featured burly bodyguards and sniffer dogs, left some attendees comparing the atmosphere to a high-security event rather than a joyous celebration. One guest told The Sun: "It was a lovely day, but with the wristband it felt more like a hospital appointment."
Crowds of onlookers gathered outside the Abbey, creating "chaotic" scenes as they tried to catch a glimpse of the bride. Security teams formed a protective ring around Holly and her famous family, including her father, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, as they navigated the confined passageways beside the historic venue. A source described the exit strategy to HELLO!, noting the Ramsays' cars circled the church before a departure via the back door amid blocked roads.
A Bitter Family Fallout
Behind the glittering facade, a deep family conflict cast a long shadow over the day. Adam Peaty's mother, Caroline, was not invited to the wedding, nor was she included in Holly's hen do at Soho Farmhouse the previous month. Speaking from the family home in Staffordshire, a heartbroken Caroline, 59, told the Mail on Sunday she felt as if they had "cut my heart out."
The rift appears to have widened last September when wider Peaty family members were snubbed for the engagement party. In a devastating move just before the ceremony, Adam's aunt, Louise, sent him a text message expressing the family's pain. It read: "I hope you never suffer the depth of pain you have put your mother through... Remember on this, your happiest day... that you hurt your mum so deeply her soul screams." Reports indicate Adam's father was invited, but his mother was not.
A Lavish Celebration Amidst the Drama
Despite the tensions, the wedding itself was a lavish affair. Holly, 25, arrived on the arm of her father, her lace gown hidden beneath an ivory hooded cloak. Close friend and Dragon's Den star Sara Davies, who met Adam on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021, revealed the Olympian, 31, was moved to tears as his bride walked down the aisle. She shared on Instagram that it was a "special day" with "the best wedding food I've ever had."
The reception was held at the exclusive Georgian manor, Kin House, which boasts 12 bedrooms, a private yoga studio, and a swimming pool. The venue, capable of hosting 200 guests, features an art deco bar and offered menus of canapés and cocktails, with the bar open into the early hours. Other celebrity attendees included TV presenter Dan Walker, who praised the "unforgettable reception" and "brilliant speeches."
While the day was filled with personal joy for the couple, the combination of stringent security and a very public family feud ensured their wedding became a talking point for reasons beyond the usual celebrity glamour.
