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Built in the 13th or 14th century, this ringwork was likely constructed by a local Anglo-Norman lord or gentry family for regional defense and control. It is remembered as an example of early medieval earthwork castles in Ireland, reflecting the expansion and consolidation of Norman influence in the area.

What is recorded here

Utilising a natural hillock in undulating pasture sloping generally to S. Lyonstown Castle (TS069-006----) was located c. 100m to N. Raised roughly circular enclosure (diam. 38.5m N-S; 34m E-W) defined by a bank with high stone content (Wth 5.3m; int. H 0.86m; ext. H 3.05m), ext. fosse (Wth 2.8m; 2.07m) and outer bank (Wth 2.8m; ext. H 0.7m) visible from E-S-W. Gap (Wth c. 5.5m) in inner bank in S quadrant, outer bank is disturbed in this sector. Gap (Wth 2m) in inner bank in NW quadrant. Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011

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