Pastel coloured cottages, quirky little shops, blue sea as far as the eye can see and old local pubs by the waterfront. The idyllic seaside town Deal is tiny, but a terrific hidden (and photogenic) gem.

If you’re looking to experience an authentic, English coastal town, where life slows down and you enjoy the sunset of an English summer by the sea with a cold, local beer – Whitstable is the place.

This picturesque hilltop town, with cobbled streets, fairy-tale houses and small independent shops makes the perfect place to experience England’s beauty.

The Seven Sisters Cliffs is a well-known image from the coast of England, and has a view you can easily enjoy by taking a day trip out of the capital on your next visit.