The Stable at Lord Stirling Park

09/17/2026

Get in the Halloween spirit this October at the Stable at Lord Stirling Park in Basking Ridge with Halloween Hayrides! 👻🎃 This spooky season, the Stable is offering two types of hayrides. For a family-friendly experience try a Family Ghost Story hayride where a ghostly tour guide will tell spooky stories before nightfall. Looking for something a little more frightening? Try a haunting Jump Scare Tour, it's sure to scare your socks off! Each hayride is $15 per person; pre-registration is required.

Visit our website for more details and registration: www.somersetcountyparks.org/stable-lord-stirling-park/pages/halloween-hayrides

09/09/2026

Looking for a fun family afternoon this Sunday? Come visit the Stable at Lord Stirling Park for an Open House Co-Hosted with Rocking Horse Rehab! 🐴🍦

Join us September 13 from 12–2 p.m. and enjoy barn tours, hayrides, ice cream, horse meet-and-greets, and pony grooming! 🐎

You can also learn more about Rocking Horse Rehab and their equine-assisted and traditional therapy programs for children and young adults with special needs.

Bring the family and spend a fun-filled afternoon at the Stable! We can't wait to see you!

09/04/2026

09/01/2026

Experience the thrill and joy of horseback riding this Fall at the Stable at Lord Stirling Park with our Junior and Adult Lessons! 🍂🐎 Both classes will have 2 available sessions; each session includes 5 weekly lessons taught by our friendly and qualified instructors!

Session 1: September 15 – October 15 | Registration opens September 3

Session 2: October 20 – November 19 | Registration opens September 28

Group Adult English Lessons:
- Available Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 am
- $325 for 5 group weekly lessons
- Experienced riders only, Must complete a prerequisite riding evaluation before registering
- Ages 18+, Under 200lbs

Private Junior English Lessons:
- Available Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4, 5, and 6 pm
- $400 for 5 private weekly lessons
- No prior experience required
- Ages 9-17, Under 190lbs

To register or schedule a riding evaluation please call Jennifer Natanzon at (908) 722-1200 ext. 5528.

Visit our website for more information: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/stable-lord-stirling-park/pages/public-horse-riding-lessons

08/06/2026

Everyone, meet Prince Liam! 🎉🐴

The Stable at Lord Stirling Park is excited to welcome its newest team member! Prince Liam is settling into his new home and can't wait to meet visitors at the stable.

Whether you're stopping by to say hello to Liam, heading out on a scenic trail ride, celebrating with a pony party, or exploring the trails on a hike with one of our friendly minis, there's always something fun waiting for you at the Stable!

Come visit Prince Liam, meet the rest of our amazing horses, and discover everything the Stable at Lord Stirling Park has to offer. Let’s Go Ride! 🐎💚

05/05/2026

New Lesson Dates! 🚨 Experience the thrill and joy of learning horseback riding at the Stable at Lord Stirling Park! 🏇 Whether you are a beginner or looking to improve your riding skills, our qualified instructors will guide you through a memorable learning experience. Visit our website for more information. Ages 9-17. Registration opens May 18!

www.somersetcountyparks.org/stable-lord-stirling-park/pages/public-horse-riding-lessons

04/07/2026

New Lesson Dates! 🚨 Experience the thrill and joy of learning horseback riding at the Stable at Lord Stirling Park! 🏇 Whether you are a beginner or looking to improve your riding skills, our qualified instructors will guide you through a memorable learning experience. Visit our website for more information. Ages 9-17. Registration opens April 22!

https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/stable-lord-stirling-park/pages/public-horse-riding-lessons

03/27/2026

Discover how to bring horses to life on paper in this charcoal drawing course! Learn techniques for shading, texture, and proportion while focusing on the movement and personality of these majestic animals. Visit our website to register: https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/stable-lord-stirling-park/pages/charcoal-drawing