Issue No. 15

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