Security personnel accompanied by dogs were observed patrolling the grounds of Kin House this morning, the Wiltshire Georgian manor selected as the venue for Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay’s wedding reception.
The heightened security presence comes as the Olympic swimmer’s nuptials to the celebrity chef’s daughter have become mired in a deeply divisive family dispute.
The lavish celebrations at the historic property are taking place against a backdrop of turmoil that has fractured the Peaty family.
Wedding preparations continued at the manor despite the controversy surrounding the event, which has gripped public attention in recent weeks.
The couple’s decision to exclude Peaty’s parents from the guest list has cast a shadow over what should be a joyous occasion.
The 30-year-old swimmer arrived at Bath Abbey wearing a smart black suit, his young son’s hand clasped in his own.
Earlier in the day, Peaty had shared an image on social media capturing a swimming pool set against a countryside sunrise, accompanied by the caption “Morning of our wedding.”
Bath Abbey is the venue as Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay prepare to say ‘I do’
|
GETTY
The photograph suggested the Olympic champion may have taken a calming swim before the ceremony.
Guests had begun assembling at Bath House ahead of the service, while spectators gathered behind blue ropes erected outside the ancient abbey.
Rose flower arrangements were being given final touches at the historic venue, where onlookers hoped to catch a glimpse of what has been dubbed the wedding of the year.
Holly and Adam met on the set of Strictly Come Dancing, where Holly’s sister Tilly was taking part | GETTY
Some 120 miles away in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, the swimmer’s mother Caroline and father Mark remained at home, described as “heartbroken” after reportedly being barred from attending their son’s wedding.
Caroline had initially vowed to be present, previously stating: “I will be there, and I will watch from the street.”
However, she ultimately abandoned this plan, explaining: “It would be too sad” and “I don’t want to spoil his big day.”
Her husband Mark had persuaded her that attending would prove “too upsetting.”
The family home where they now sit excluded is the same property from which Caroline once drove her son to countless training sessions and competitions throughout his youth.
David and Victoria Beckham are expected to be among the guests at the ceremony, given their close friendship with the Ramsay family.
Adam Peaty has won three gold medals during his Olympics career | PA
Their eldest son Brooklyn, however, has declined to attend due to his own ongoing family rift.
The wedding comes six weeks after a public family bust-up erupted following Holly’s hen party, from which Caroline was notably absent.
Images from the glamorous gathering shared on Instagram showed the bride-to-be surrounded by family and friends, including Victoria Beckham and Adam’s sister Bethany.
Caroline, meanwhile, had been at home caring for Adam’s five-year-old son George from his previous relationship while the celebrations took place without her.
