The defensive bawn, which once enclosed the tower house, measured approximately 35 metres east to west and around 60 metres north to south. Though much of this fortified enclosure has been lost to time, careful observation reveals its ghostly outline in the landscape as a series of low scarps to the southwest of the tower.

Historical records provide tantalising glimpses of the bawn’s former glory. In 1839, according to accounts documented by Hore in his early 20th-century volumes, the bawn’s walls were still standing; a testament to the robust construction methods employed by medieval builders. These defensive walls would have served as the tower house’s first line of defence, creating a secure compound where livestock could be protected and daily activities could continue even during times of conflict.

Today, visitors to the site need a keen eye to spot the subtle earthworks that mark the bawn’s perimeter. These low scarps, though easily overlooked, represent centuries of Wexford’s defensive heritage. The combination of tower house and bawn was a common feature across medieval Ireland, providing both residence and fortress for local lords who needed to protect their holdings whilst maintaining control over the surrounding countryside.