The lavish winter wedding of influencer Holly Ramsay and Olympic champion Adam Peaty has become one of the most discussed celebrity events of 2025, not only for its stunning setting but for the poignant family drama that unfolded alongside it.
The Ramsay Family's Dominant Role in the Big Day
Held on December 27 at the historic Bath Abbey, the ceremony and subsequent celebrations bore the unmistakable imprint of the bride's famous family. In stark contrast, the groom's side was notably absent, with only his sister, Bethany, in attendance, highlighting a deep and ongoing feud.
Holly, the 25-year-old daughter of chef Gordon Ramsay, was walked down the abbey's 65-metre aisle by her emotional father. She wore a grand, high-neck gown by Elie Saab, a choice inspired by the venue's grandeur and classic style icons like Grace Kelly. "I knew I needed something long!" she told Vogue.
Her mother, Tana, played a pivotal role, helping Holly find her dream dress. In a touching tribute, Holly also changed into her mother's own 1996 wedding dress for her first dance with Adam, a silk design adorned with pearls that fit her perfectly without alteration.
From the Menu to the Honeymoon: A Ramsay Production
Gordon Ramsay's influence extended far beyond the father-of-the-bride duties. The celebrated chef personally organised the wedding breakfast at the Georgian Kin House, crafting a menu featuring his signature beef Wellington with his team from London's Savoy Grill.
The bridal party, including Holly's sisters Megan and Tilly, wore custom red dresses by longtime family friend Victoria Beckham, who was also a guest at Holly's star-studded hen do at Soho House in Oxfordshire. Even the newlyweds' honeymoon to Mauritius was a gift from Holly's parents.
Adam Peaty, who turned 31 the day after the wedding, proposed in Crete in September 2024 after two and a half years of dating. Holly revealed that marriage had been a topic of conversation from their very first date.
A Bitter Family Feud Casts a Shadow
Despite the meticulous planning, the wedding was overshadowed by a very public rift between Adam and most of his family. The tension is believed to have begun when Adam's mother, Caroline, was not invited to Holly's hen party.
This snub reportedly led to most of Adam's relatives being uninvited from the wedding itself. Caroline has expressed her heartache publicly on social media. In a further distressing episode, Adam allegedly received a harsh text from his aunt Louise just before the ceremony, stating, "Shame on you both."
Presenting a united front, both Holly and Adam have incorporated each other's surnames on Instagram, becoming Holly Ramsay Peaty and Adam Ramsay Peaty. The couple enjoyed a post-wedding 'hangover brunch' and an intimate family dinner before Holly's own birthday celebrations, determined to focus on their future amidst the ongoing familial strife.
