Whilst coordinates have been recorded for the site, they should be taken with a pinch of salt; the precise location has been lost to time, leaving us with only an approximate idea of where this medieval structure once stood. This uncertainty adds an intriguing layer to the castle’s history, transforming it from a simple archaeological site into something more elusive.

What we do know about the castle comes largely from the unpublished research of Risteárd Ua Cróinín and Martin Breen, who compiled extensive documentation on Clare’s castles and tower houses. Their work, generously shared in December 2014, provides valuable insights into this forgotten fortress, even if its exact position remains tantalisingly out of reach. The castle at Moyriesk was likely one of many defensive structures that dotted the Clare landscape during the medieval period, serving as both a residence and a strategic stronghold for local lords.

The loss of the castle’s precise location speaks to broader challenges in Irish archaeology and local history. Many such structures have vanished from both the landscape and living memory, leaving behind only fragmentary records and approximate locations. For those interested in exploring Clare’s medieval heritage, the Moyriesk castle represents both the richness of Ireland’s castellated past and the fragility of that heritage; a reminder that not all history can be pinpointed on a map, no matter how carefully we search.