SWAP Northern France FOR South-east England

Gentle hills? Check. Golden beaches? Check. Vineyards? Very check. From the Kent coast to the Surrey Hills, south-east England can match Normandy and Brittany nez-à-nez when it comes to je ne sais quoi.

And in summer you’re looking at pretty much the same climate. Add in award-winning creameries for your fromage and acclaimed gin distilleries to stand in for pastis (try Silent Pool in the Surrey Hills), and the swap is complete. Take just the few miles around Seaford in Sussex: walk the Cuckmere Meanders, have a dip in the sea at Cuckmere Haven, then tour the beautiful Rathfinny Wine Estate. You’ll be speaking

franglais by mid-afternoon.