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Otherwise just get gp4ks and be done with it.
Currently a reasonable deal in Wiggle, £28.49 if you buy in pair.
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/continental-grand-prix-4000s-ii-folding-road-tyre/
If you like the feel of 'soft' tyres, Vittoria, veloflex or challenge.
Otherwise just get gp4ks and be done with it.
No race tyre stands up to gravel that well, but paves were much better than corsas. The new Michelin could be worth a punt, they were tough for a thin tyre when I used them last (pro3?) but always felt slow and not that grippy. Apparently the new ones are much better.