If your family that

If your family that loves the great outdoors then Val Joly is the place to head for. Just 90 minutes from Lille, the family orientated resort is nestled in a picturesque natural park surrounding the largest lake north of Paris. It boasts a host of kids activities ranging from water sports, like windsurfing, sailing, canoes, catamarans, electric and pedal boats. There's a great tree climb adventure; an equestrian centre where you can take a pony ride, riding lessons or a full day ride; trampolines; an aquarium; archery; laser tag; mini golf; bike and scooter hire; fishing; craft activities; or you could simply enjoy local nature walks. Our home while there was a cosy wooden cottage, on the edge of the lake. INFORMATION For more on Val Joly visit www.val-joly.com Website for: Manoir du Bolgarno Recommended restaurant: When staying at Le Manoir du Bolgaro don't miss the Estaminet de Longue Croix in Hondeghem. Traditional Flemish Games: If you would like to buy any local Flemish wooden games, Justine recommends artisan carpenter Philip Lefebvre at 76 Rue de la Poissonerie in Saint Omer