The criminally underrated European seaside city you can get to in the car from London

If you're plotting a post-summer escape, you might be eyeing up seaside spots like Cornwall or Devon.

But why not push the boat (boom boom) out and cross the Channel to the breathtaking seaside town of Honfleur in Normandy?

Just a six-hour drive from London via the Eurotunnel at Dover and Calais, this charming town is well worth the trek. Overflowing with quintessential French allure and cultural richness, Honfleur's maze of narrow, historic streets are teeming with delightful surprises waiting to be unearthed.

You'll stumble upon traditional eateries and snug pubs where you can relax after a day of exploring, along with a variety of accommodation options as the town is a popular hotspot.

Perhaps the jewel in Honfleur's crown is its iconic old harbour, the Vieux-Bassin, encased by mult