The Stables
Lord Stirling Stable is the ideal place to have a birthday party or other special event. We supply the room, tables and chairs, ponies or small horses, piñata, and the opportunity for your child and his/her young friends to experience the thrill of riding a horse or pony.
THE PONY PARTY
WHERE:
Somerset County Park Commission
Lord Stirling Stable
256 South Maple Avenue
Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
(908) 766-5955
WHEN:
Sunday through Friday Saturdays
11 am – 1 pm 10am-12pm
2 pm – 4 pm 1pm-3pm
3:30pm-5:30pm
FOR:
Children (up to 12 years old) who can hold themselves upright in the saddle without assistance.
Basic party package accommodates 12–15 children with a maximum of 30 people (includes children and adults).
COST:
For Somerset County Residents:
$160 for the entire party package.
For Out-of-County Residents:
$230 for the entire party package
NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE PERMITTED ON PARK PROPERTY
THE PARTY INCLUDES
Two-hour party room rental (we supply the tables and chairs).
The use of two ponies or small horses for the first 45 minutes, led by adults from your party, to give your child and guests a chance to ride in our outdoor Pony Pavilion.
“Pony” piñata for you to fill with your own goodies
Cleanup
If you wish a third pony or small horse, one may be rented for an additional fee of $20. Extra piñatas may also be purchased for $20 each.
TO MAKE RESERVATIONS:
Please visit or call Lord Stirling Stable, Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm for additional information or to make a reservation.
A $50 deposit (cash or check) is required within one week of reserving your party date.
Balance of payment may be made by cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover.
English Saddle Riding
Group lessons for Juniors (ages 9 - 18) and Adults. Beginners through Advanced levels, one hour per week for ten weeks. We offer four 10-week sessions per year (winter, spring, summer and fall). If you have previous riding experience, call for an appointment to be classified.
English Saddle Riding (Hacking)
For experienced English Saddle riders (ages 9 and older). Trails or outdoor/indoor ring. Must be able to post the trot. Hourly rental. Juniors must have parent or legal guardian sign the hacking release form. Must be 12 years of age or older for trail riding.
Introductory Rides
For first-time riders who currently may not want a full set of ten lessons, for riders who have ridden Western style and would like to try English style, and for riders who want to refresh their skills so they can rent horeses and Lord Stirling Stable in the future. Introductory rides consist of a "mini" lesson followed by a supervised ride. Riders must be 12 years of age or older.
