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Rathbornes1488 The oldest candle company in the world, Rathbornes was founded in Dublin in 1488. Five centuries later and our candles are still being made there...

FOUNDED IN DUBLIN IN 1488, RATHBORNES IS THE WORLD'S OLDEST CANDLE COMPANY. ACROSS 500 YEARS RATHBORNES CANDLES HAVE ILLUMINATED THE STREETS, HOMES, LIGHTHOUSES AND CHURCHES OF IRELAND, AND THE CANDLES WHICH WE PRODUCE TODAY ARE STILL HAND-CRAFTED WITH MANY OF THE SAME SKILLED METHODS WHICH WE HAVE USED SINCE THE FIFTEENTH CENTURY.

A quiet kind of ritual; the one that comes every spring without needing to be asked.⁠Discover spring inspired scents tha...
05/04/2026

A quiet kind of ritual; the one that comes every spring without needing to be asked.⁠

Discover spring inspired scents that brings that freshness and renewal for this season.

Happy Easter. 🌸⁠
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28/03/2026

With the light shifting daffodils on the sill and a flame that fills the room with rose, jasmine and warm oud. Spring has its own ritual of renewal and this ours.

The Dublin Tea Rose Special Edition is a limited release, hand poured in Dublin, made for the season.

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The candle making process is something that cannot be rushed. It is a craft that has been passed over generations for us...
25/03/2026

The candle making process is something that cannot be rushed. It is a craft that has been passed over generations for us at Rathbornes.⁠
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A process that hasn't changed since we set up our shop in 1488.⁠
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Introducing our new Limited Edition Dublin Tea Rose candle.Our signature floral fragrance reimagined for Mother’s Day; w...
03/03/2026

Introducing our new Limited Edition Dublin Tea Rose candle.

Our signature floral fragrance reimagined for Mother’s Day; wrapped in a taller, reusable glass with a single wick and matte pale pink finish.

Infused with the signature notes of our bestselling Dublin Tea Rose fragrance - rich oud and warm patchouli- this exquisite candle arrives beautifully packaged and ready to gift.

As evenings draw in, familiar rituals return - soft light on winter tables, comforting scents in the air, moments of cal...
25/12/2025

As evenings draw in, familiar rituals return - soft light on winter tables, comforting scents in the air, moments of calm woven into busy days. This year brought new stories, new fragrances, and new ways to welcome warmth into the home, and we’re grateful to have shared them with you.

From Dublin to homes near and far, thank you for choosing Rathbornes 1488 as part of your season. Your support keeps our craft alive and our light burning bright.

Nollaig Shona ó chroí uainn go léir.

May your Christmas be filled with warmth, connection, gentle moments and may the New Year begin with light.

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There’s something timeless about a candlelit table at Christmas, the hush before dinner is served, the laughter that fil...
22/12/2025

There’s something timeless about a candlelit table at Christmas, the hush before dinner is served, the laughter that fills the room, the quiet joy of being together at last.

This year, let the soft glow of Rathbornes set the tone for connection, reflection, and everything that makes this season meaningful.

A place where stories are retold, candles burn low, and the simplest moments feel extraordinary.This season, let your ta...
18/12/2025

A place where stories are retold, candles burn low, and the simplest moments feel extraordinary.

This season, let your tablescape glow with Irish-made warmth a gentle reminder that it’s not the décor that makes Christmas special, but the people gathered around it.
Light a little calm. Create a little magic. Share it with the ones who matter most.

Don’t miss our last order dates for delivery before Christmas. Order today!!

Crafted for Christmas Moments. Unwrap the magic of the season with our limited edition - Dublin Dusk Cracker collection ...
17/12/2025

Crafted for Christmas Moments. Unwrap the magic of the season with our limited edition - Dublin Dusk Cracker collection from Rathbornes 1488.

Filled with festive scents and timeless elegance, these luxurious crackers bring warmth and joy to every home.
Spend over €120 and get a Christmas or Dusk cracker for free!! (While stocks last)

There’s a special kind of magic in a Christmas table lit by the Dublin Christmas Cracker candle - the soft flicker befor...
15/12/2025

There’s a special kind of magic in a Christmas table lit by the Dublin Christmas Cracker candle - the soft flicker before dinner begins, the laughter that follows, the quiet moments of togetherness that make the season unforgettable.

This year, let the rich, festive glow of our Christmas Cracker set the atmosphere. A light that will bring people closer, warm the room and carry the spirit of an Irish Christmas into every celebration.

Last chance to enter! This year marks the 10-year anniversary of our partnership with Brown Thomas. We are celebrating w...
15/12/2025

Last chance to enter! This year marks the 10-year anniversary of our partnership with Brown Thomas. We are celebrating with the biggest, joyful giveaway as a present this Christmas season. A decade sounds significant until you remember we’ve been making candles since 1488, but some milestones deserve their moment.

€500 voucher for Brown Thomas, luxury Rathbornes candles to the value of €350 and afternoon tea for two at the gorgeous Westbury Dublin. One winner. One perfect Dublin afternoon. One incredibly good start to Christmas.

The clock is ticking but you still have time until 04:00 PM today.
How to enter:
•⁠ ⁠Fill in the form (link in bio)
•⁠ ⁠Follow
•⁠ ⁠Tag who you’d bring with you

T&Cs: All entrants must be 18+. By entering you agree to follow , enter via the form on the bio of this page and tag a friend during the period of the competition. The winner will be announced on Insta Story and contacted via Instagram DM on the 15th of December 2025 @ 04:00 PM. If no response is received within 24 hrs another winner will be selected. The prize cannot be exchanged for cash. This giveaway is not associated with Instagram.

08/12/2025

By now you’ve seen it. The €500 voucher at Brown Thomas, luxury Rathbornes candles to the value of €350 and the walk to The Westbury for Afternoon Tea. One winner. One perfect Dublin afternoon.

If you haven’t entered yet, don’t worry you still have a chance. The form is in our bio. It takes less time than choosing between Cedar Wood and White Pepper (though we’ve spent considerably longer perfecting both since 1488).

How to enter:
•⁠ ⁠Fill in the form (link in bio)
•⁠ ⁠Follow
•⁠ ⁠Tag who you’d bring with you

Winner will be announced on Monday 15th December 2025 at 04:00 PM.

T&Cs: All entrants must be 18+. By entering you agree to follow , enter via the form on the bio of this page and tag a friend during the period of the competition. The winner will be announced on Insta Story and contacted via Instagram DM on the 15th of December 2025 @ 04:00 PM. If no response is received within 24 hrs another winner will be selected. The prize cannot be exchanged for cash. This giveaway is not associated with Instagram.

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Rosemount Park Drive
Dublin
D11RR84

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https://www.rathbornes1488.com/pages/brown-thomas-giveaway?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=soci

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