DOG walkers who let their dogs off the lead in certain Sidmouth areas from next Thursday face being fined.

DOG walkers who let their dogs off the lead in certain Sidmouth areas from next Thursday face being fined.

Controversial region-wide dogs on leads orders will come into effect on October 1 and the Esplanade, Blackmore and Connaught Gardens and The Triangle are among areas included in the scheme.

Coburg Lawns, Glen Goyle and Long Park Recreation Ground are also affected.