Well then Del_Boy,
Looks like you're off to the cinema instead on Sunday
My first French trip was carefully planned although I didn't have a X-Channel check.
The whole thing really was very easy and I went direct from Seaford to Le Touquet with very little hassle. It's a big psychological build up for a very easy flight.
After my fourth 60 mile channel crossing in a light single I vowed never to do it again. I think it's silly. If/when I do it again it'll be via the shortest route.