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Storgata 1 Konferanse

Storgata 1 Conference – central in Sandefjord

Storgata 1 Conference is a modern conference centre located in the heart of Sandefjord, offering flexible facilities for meetings, courses and events. The venue includes everything from stylish boardrooms to a spacious conference hall, as well as a lounge and bar area for breaks and social gatherings.

The facilities can be tailored to suit your needs, whether for professional events or private occasions such as confirmations, anniversaries and memorial gatherings.

With modern technical equipment and flexible solutions, the team ensures a smooth and seamless event from start to finish.

Contact: post@storgata1konferanse.no | +47 917 51 789

Season Opening of Taket

Enjoy a preview of a new menu, featuring carefully selected dishes and drinks in a relaxed and social setting.

Niclas Nilsson will provide the music throughout the evening.

This is a preview of what’s to come.

Kvelde Mølle

Kvelde Mølle

In the fertile Lågendalen valley, you’ll find Kvelde Mølle – one of the few remaining rural mills in Norway, with roots dating all the way back to the 1300s. Here, grain has been milled into flour for generations, and the traditions live on to this day.

At Kvelde Mølle, everything is about true craftsmanship. High-quality flour is produced from grain grown by local farmers in Lågendalen and surrounding areas – one of Norway’s best regions for grain production. Stone milling gives the flour a richer flavor, excellent baking properties, and a natural character. This is pure, unblended flour with no additives – honest products with a short journey from field to finished flour.

Kvelde Mølle was among the first in Norway to offer flour labeled “Nyt Norge” (“Enjoy Norway”), and today produces more than 35 different products – from finely milled wheat flour to coarse rye, spelt, and ancient grains.

Møllebutikken – The Mill Shop
Flour from Kvelde Mølle is available at the on-site mill shop in Kvelde, as well as in selected grocery stores and specialty shops in the region. In the mill shop, you’ll also find a selection of local food products.

A visit to Kvelde Mølle offers more than just quality ingredients – it’s an experience of tradition, local food culture, and true craftsmanship. Here, you can discover how an important part of Norway’s food heritage is still alive – right in the heart of Vestfold.

The mill shop’s opening hours may vary throughout the year. Please visit kveldemolle.no or the Facebook page Møllebutikken i Kvelde  for updated information. 

The Grill Pit

Welcome to The Grill Pit
Are you ready for a dining experience that sets your taste buds on fire? At The Grill Pit, guests are taken on a journey through the very best of the world of grilling. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch, an exclusive dinner, or want to catch the food trucks on the road, the experience is defined by passion and true craftsmanship.

More than just grilling – A world of versatility
Grilling is an art that requires patience and the right techniques. The focus is on bringing out the deepest flavors from the ingredients, without being limited to one style. The breadth allows for tailored food experiences for every taste and occasion.

What to expect
• From tapas to fine dining: The rustic soul of grilling is combined with elegance. Whether you prefer small sharing plates or a full fine dining menu with smoke as a subtle flavor enhancer, the level is consistently high.
• A wide selection of favorites: From perfectly tender meats and juicy ribs to flavorful specialties inspired by global traditions.
• Homemade sides: Everything is made from scratch, accompanied by fresh sides and signature sauces that elevate the meal.
• The right atmosphere: A balance between informal and professional – a perfect setting for both social gatherings and special occasions.

Food trucks – food where you are
Two modern and authentic food trucks operate across Vestfold, serving freshly prepared food at festivals, markets, and private events.

Catering – tailored to your event
The Grill Pit offers catering for summer parties, weddings, confirmations, and corporate events, with solutions adapted to different needs:
• Tailor-made menus suited to your guests – from street food concepts to more refined dining
• Flexible options with on-site food trucks or delivered catering
• A social dining experience designed to create memorable moments

Visit www.thegrillpit.no for menus, reservations, or inquiries about food trucks and catering.

Welcome to a flavorful experience – whatever the occasion!

Aspargesgården

With a barn and cowshed adapted with modern facilities, it provides a charming setting for weddings, celebrations, courses, and events. Each event can be tailored to your needs – whether you prefer to do much yourself or leave most of it to experienced professionals. Aspargesgården is especially known for its idyllic barn weddings and personal atmosphere that creates memorable experiences.

The Barn
Dreaming of a barn wedding? The hayloft is perfect – full of charm with a beautiful patina dating back to 1906. With high ceilings and atmospheric string lighting, the space sets the perfect mood. The venue features round tables and classic dining chairs with seating for 100 guests, but can easily be adjusted for more intimate gatherings of around 45. Whether you prefer an elegant or rustic style, both are equally suited here.
The barn is equipped with a bar, stage, dance floor, sound system/microphone, projector and screen, as well as adjustable lighting.

The Cowshed
The cowshed offers a warm and distinctive atmosphere with built-in long tables seating up to 68 guests. Original details such as wrought iron windows and historical elements add character to the space. It is also equipped with a sound system and screens for presentations.
The former stable has been transformed into an intimate lounge with a bar, stage, dance floor, and a grand piano. Outside, there is a terrace with sun from morning until evening.

The Brew House

The Brew House has been fully renovated and offers a charming and flexible space for a variety of activities and events. It is well suited for cooking classes, baking courses, wine tastings, team building, smaller gatherings, and private events for up to 20 people.

The house also provides accommodation with three double bedrooms (6 beds in total), two bathrooms, a living room, and a kitchen. Accommodation is particularly suited for weddings and events held in the Barn and the Cowshed, but can also be used in connection with events in the Brew House when needed.

Kitchen
The cowshed includes a fully equipped professional kitchen. Partner chefs provide high-quality, locally sourced food at competitive prices. Using the venue’s chefs and service staff is recommended for a smooth experience, but it is also possible to bring your own suppliers for a deposit. Beverages can be provided by the host.

Gazebo and Outdoor Areas
In the garden, you will find a beautiful English-style gazebo, often used for ceremonies and photography. The area is decorated according to the season, and the spacious outdoor areas are ideal for mingling and activities. A sunny terrace is also located by the barn.

Everything needed to set a beautiful table is included – from tablecloths (cleaning of up to 9 tablecloths included) to tableware and decorations. “The Pantry” offers a wide selection of décor and details to help create your desired style.

Events
Throughout the year, Aspargesgården hosts intimate concerts, markets, and themed events featuring food, music, and talks.

Harald Kihle Art Museum

The museum offers insight into the artist’s work, style, and artistic expression – from his unique childhood drawings to his final works at the age of 92. Harald Kihle was one of Norway’s leading artists from 1930 to 1980, and through 170 works the exhibition tells the story of his life and artistic career.

Harald Kihle grew up just a stone’s throw from the museum, at Apenestunet. It was here that he drew his first horses – the working horse that later became a central motif in his art. The museum presents 170 works, ranging from childhood drawings created when he was 6–7 years old to his final works before his death at the age of 92. The collection includes woodcuts, lithographs, and paintings inspired by summers in Telemark, folk legends such as Telnes’ account of Guro Heddelid, Vinje’s cycle about Storegut, as well as many other works by Kihle.

The museum also preserves the artist’s complete archive, including sketches, preparatory studies, photographs, diaries, and other documentation from a long artistic life. The archive has been catalogued and digitised, and parts of the material are available at digitalmuseum.no.

The museum is part of the Apenestunet kunst- og kulturpark (Art- and Cultural Park), which also includes an art gallery, the historic sheriff’s residence, and a large garden area. Free parking is available. The museum is accessible to all, with near step-free access and a cafeteria.

The museum is located 10 minutes from the ferry terminal and 15 minutes from Kopstad (E18).

Admission

The museum is operated by the Horten Art Association in its own buildings, without public funding, and is largely run by volunteers.

Admission is free for children under 18 and members of the Horten Art Association.

For private or group guided tours, please get in touch.

Borre vikinglag

Borre vikinglag

The team is Norway's oldest Viking team, and among its members are all types of people, from archaeologists to farmers with a common interest in Viking times, history, Viking activities and the preservation of old crafts. Most of the team members make their own equipment.

The purpose is to spread knowledge about the history of Borre and Vestfold, especially in the Iron Age/Viking Age, and to expand knowledge about daily life and crafts in this period. Through practical knowledge of how the Vikings lived and active collaboration with archaeologists and professionals, history is continued. Here you can experience more than reading about history, and join in living like a Viking! The Viking team therefore makes clothes, tools, boats and equipment as the Vikings did. Through their work, commitment and enthusiasm, the image of the Viking Age is communicated to the public through activities at events and seminars. Midgard Viking Center is one of the Viking team's partners.

Every other year the market Borrekaupangen takes place at Prestegårdsstranda at Borre in Horten.

 

 

Cafe con Bar

In one of Vestfold’s charming yellow buildings, in the peaceful area of Karljohansvern in Horten, you’ll find Café con Bar. The café is a welcoming meeting place for both locals and visitors – all year round.

It’s the perfect stop after exploring the historic surroundings, but also well worth a visit on its own. Inside, you’re greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a warm, relaxed atmosphere.

Café con Bar serves hot waffles with delicious toppings, homemade cakes, and simple, tasty food. On pleasant days, you can enjoy a drink outdoors in the calm surroundings, or relax inside the cosy café. Service is available both indoors and outdoors, with a full licence.

This is a place for a quiet break, where history, good flavours and enjoyable moments come together – any day of the week.

Copy of ‘Haugar Art Museum’

Haugar Art museum is worth a visit. Andy Warhols tribute to Munch is some of the museums exhibitions, when it is not abroad. You can contact the museum for more information on this.
The museums also have different exhibitions throughout the year, which means its worth visiting more than ones.

Haugar Art Museum has high quality exhibitions at all times, and is one of the country's best art museums. The art museum is located in an impressive brick building, the former Seamen's School, right in the center of Tønsberg.

The museum is closed on the following days:
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.