Ah, Paris in springtime… Is there a city more perfect for this time of the year. And, if you need any further reason to visit, this Sunday, for the third consecutive year, Le Meurice is hosting a Children’s Carnival. The famed Le Meurice on the Rue de Rivoli has long been entwine...

JUST SO FESTIVAL August 19–21 is Near Leek, Staffs Capacity 6,000 What’s the vibe A boutique, weekend-long festival of creativity for families. Musical interludes There’s music, dance and street theatre, plus the chance for your family to take part

you can get breakfast in bed. What it costs Adult weekend with camping £97.50; children 6–17 years £36; under-fives free. Day tickets also available. Extend your stay If you’re festivalling with friends, continue the party at the Old Rectory, a ten

. What it costs  £160 for adult weekend camping; 13–16 years £90; two under-12s free per adult. Extend your stay After the excess, perhaps a little rehab at the Priory? Well, the Priory Inn at nearby Tetbury offers a very relaxed and family-friendly vibe and great

luxury room or, a bit more rock ‘n’ roll, a log cabin.What does it cost Adult weekend ticket £59; £15 for child six-plus; under-fives are free. Camping is free. Extend your stay Head towards the seaside town of Scarborough, and stay at The Lodge, a luxury

beautiful, pre-erected nomadic tent at Camel Camp in an exclusive area of the campsite. £300 per tent (sleeps four), plus entry. What does it cost Adult weekend tickets with camping cost £65; 12–16s, £32.50; under-12s are free.Extend your stay The stunning

-erected luxury tents and gypsy caravans, yurts and tipis, and Podpads and cute Bellepods. What does it cost Adult weekend camping £170; 11–17 years, £85; under-10s free.Extend your stay With stunning views over Studland Bay on the Jurassic Coast, The Knoll House

beautiful, pre-erected nomadic tent at Camel Camp in an exclusive area of the campsite. £300 per tent (sleeps four), plus entry. What does it cost Adult weekend tickets with camping cost £65; 12–16s, £32.50; under-12s are free.Extend your stay The stunning

rent a SoulPad sleeping up to five for £219. What does it cost Adult weekend tickets £115 plus £20 camping; 10–15 years £55; 5–9 years, £15; under-fives are free. Day tickets also available. Extend your stay The charming Regency town of Cheltenham Spa

to this weekend's Lollibop at London's Regent's Park), but there will come a time in the not-too-distant future when your child tells you it's time to go your own way (though they probably won't sing it in Fleetwood-Mac style). And if your young teens are making