Kemp Stříbrný Rybník

There’s no need to stray too far from site for a bit of excitement – the activity park right next door has several treetop trails along with archery, miniature golf, paintballing and heaps more to keep the nippers amused (and the grownups, for that matter). Quieter times are on hand too, with some lovely hikes in the neighbouring nature park. Hradec Králové, 10 minutes’ drive away, is worth a wander to see its cathedral, climb the White Tower and visit its museums and galleries – the modern art museum and Museum of East Bohemia both come highly recommended, as does a visit to the Petrof piano factory and museum for musical types. Also within a half-hour drive are the animals of Zoopark Stěžery and the excellent estate of Častolovice Castle (owned by an interior designer who’s done a cracking job of combining history and homely features). By night, the place to be is Hradec Králové Observatory, where you can gaze up into the stars with some expert help.