An investigation into the fire began yesterday, with a spokesperson for the Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service confirming the fire has been ruled as "accidental". "Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service was called at 2.58pm to reports of a fire at Judges Restaurant in Northaw," a HFRS spokesperson said. (Image: Benjamin W)"On arrival, crews found a two-storey public house and restaurant building well alight, with fire affecting the kitchen area, first floor and roof. "The investigation into how and where the fire started is still ongoing, but it has been recorded as accidental." (Image: Cheshunt Fire Station)In a statement following the fire, Judges restaurant said it was "utterly heartbroken" but vowed to rebuild.