Arnotts (Ireland)
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Arnotts is the oldest and largest department store in Dublin, Ireland. It has 2 shops in Dublin. Established in 1843 by Sir John Arnott, the main shop occupies much of the block behind the GPO to the West of O'Connell Street, between Henry Street and Abbey Street. The main entrance is on the pedestrianised Henry Street. Across O'Connell Street in North Earl Street is Arnotts sister store; Boyers & Co.
As of 2005, Arnotts is privately owned by a consortium, Nesbitt Acquisitions, comprising about 50 members of the Nesbitt family. Lead by Richard Nesbitt the store was bought out of public ownership by the consortium on 20th June 2003.
Arnotts is the main Dublin G.A.A. sponsor. Arnotts main rivals are Dunnes Stores, Roches Stores, and Marks and Spencers.
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