Parking Fines !!!!!!1

Recently obtained a parking fine for parking off the road on a grass verge ( a common practice at this site)courtesy of Northumberland County Council , I tried to appeal but it was refused and reading the reasons why it seems if you park virtually anywhere they deem an obstruction to traffic or pedestrians ,causing damage seen and unseen (underground gas lines ?)you are liable to a ticket , and given the cash shortfall and cuts to be made in services etc: . I can only presume Traffic Wardens are save   !!!!   So think before you park could save you £35

Edit : I have paid said fine via the website, the link can be found under   "POPULAR PAYMENTS" ...................................    I don't think so !!!!!!