The Stable at Lord Stirling Park

10/28/2026

Did you see the horses in costume at the Stable at Lord Stirling Park last weekend? 🐴🎠🍬 They were dressed up for Stalls, Sweets, and Treats! A day full of family fun with trick-or-treat style barn tours, decorated stalls, a hay maze, and a horse costume contest! Visitors were able to vote for their favorite horse costumes and decorated stalls throughout the event.

Here are the first place winners! 🥁

🥇 Best Horse Costume: Casino (Scarecrow)

🥇 Best Stall Theme: Lonestar (Pooh and Eeyore)

🥇 Best SCPC Horse Costume: Roulette (Toothless)

Thank you to all the staff/volunteers who put together this event and to everyone who participated! We can't wait to see you again next year!

Learn more about the Stable at Lord Stirling Park on our website: www.somersetcountyparks.org/stable-lord-stirling-park

09/30/2026

Hey Somerset County! Looking forward to Halloween? Then you won’t want to miss out on this year’s Stalls, Sweets, and Treats event at the Stable at Lord Stirling Park! 🐴🍬🎃

Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am to 2pm for a FREE barn trick-or-treat event with decorated stalls, horse costume contests, a hay maze, and more family fun!

Wear your costume, tour the stables, and vote for your favorites! Winners will be announced on October 26 on social media.

Visit our website for more details: www.somersetcountyparks.org/stable-lord-stirling-park/pages/stalls-sweets-treats

09/28/2026

The Stable at Lord Stirling Park in Basking Ridge is looking for a Full-Time Stable Supervisor to join our team!

If you’re passionate about the equestrian care, horsemanship, and stable operations, this could be the opportunity for you! Help supervise barn staff, volunteers, and departmental programs, assign daily tasks, monitor performance, and work with the general public. 🐴🍁

Visit our website for more information and apply today! https://www.somersetcountyparks.org/employment

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