THE death of a pub landlady is not being treated as suspicious, although police are continuing to investigate the circumstances.

Judith Ramsden, 65, was declared dead by paramedics at 4.25am last Saturday (February 9) at the Gatehouse pub beside Monmouth’s historic Monnow Bridge.

They called police who spent much of the day at the 200-year-old pub investigating the landlady’s death.

Gwent Police have now confirmed that following a post-mortem yesterday (Wednesday, February 13), they are not treating the death as suspicious.

A spokesperson said: “Following a post mortem, Gwent Police can confirm that they are not treating this death as suspicious but continue to undertake enquiries in consultation with the Coroner’s Office.”

Her family took the decision to reopen on Tuesday, saying it was what ‘Mamma would want’, and regulars flocked to the pub to pay tribute and lend support.

Rumours circulated on social media about the cause of Mrs Ramsden’s death, who jointly owned the pub with husband Phil Ramsden..

But police have now confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances, and the case would be referred to the coroner.

A family statement posted on the pub’s Facebook page on Saturday night by Phil Ramsden described her death as a “devastating loss”:

“It is with our deepest sadness that we are placing this notice to inform of the passing of Judith Ramsden, our beloved wife, mother and grandmother on the 9th February 2019,” it said.

“Her passing was sudden and completely unexpected.”

On Monday evening, the family posted that they would be reopening next day in tribute to ‘Mamma Jude’.

“The following days since the passing of our dear “Mamma Jude” have been heartbreaking!! As a family we are completely lost without her…” they said.

“The Gatehouse is the result of 22 years of hard work, dedication, devotion and family/staff teamwork.

“But it was Jude that was the glue that made The Gatehouse… “THE GREAT HOUSE”.

“This evening we sat together as a family and asked ourselves what “Mamma would want? “ and it was unanimous that it is within these walls we feel closest to her.

“Our hearts are heavy, but our door will re-open! So...should our dear friends, regulars and anyone wishing to come in and raise a glass to Mamma, please feel free to join us from tomorrow onwards. It will be good to see you!.

“We would also like to thank you ALL for your kind thoughts, words, flowers and overwhelming support during this heartbreaking and difficult time. And we look forward to seeing you in person to express our appreciation.

“Sincerely, Phil, Charlotte, Westley, Christopher and Alex.”