Rathbornes Candles

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Rathbornes Candles are the oldest surviving candle manufacturers in the world. They were founded in 1488 in Dublin. In 1616 the Candlelight Law decreed that every fifth home should display a light for passers-by. Later in the seventeenth century, Rathbornes Candles were contracted to supply street lighting in Dublin. In 2004 they moved from premises in East Wall Road, Dublin, since 1925 to their current premises located in Rosemount Business Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. They do a range of candles varying from paraffin wax to luxurious pure beeswax. They are the sponsors of "Atmospheric Restaurant of the Year" award in Ireland. The Rathborne family are long associated with various areas in Dublin 15 including Dunsinea, Ashtown and Scribblestown although other historical locations for the business in Dublin are documented^[1]. Near to their earlier location in Scribblestown, there is now a housing development names after them^[2].

Rathborne candles also have a division known as Lalor Church Candles for candle supplies and other ecclesiastical products. Rathbornes acquired Lalor Ltd. in 1966.