The monument sits within this wooded area, with a channelised stream marking the woodland’s western boundary. This circular earthwork, measuring just over 18 metres in diameter, represents one of the earlier forms of Norman fortification in Ireland, predating the stone castles that would later dominate the landscape.

The ringwork consists of a substantial raised bank constructed from gravelly clay and stone, varying in width from 7 to nearly 13 metres. This defensive earthwork rises impressively from its surroundings, reaching heights of up to 3.6 metres on its exterior face, whilst the interior height ranges from 0.65 to 1.72 metres. A fosse, or defensive ditch, runs around the perimeter, typically measuring between 1.2 and 1.7 metres wide with depths reaching 1.28 metres. An additional outer bank, approximately 4.6 metres wide, extends from the eastern side round to the west, providing an extra layer of defence.

Time and human activity have left their mark on this ancient fortification. The monument shows evidence of quarrying, with displaced material scattered to the north and south, suggesting that stone may have been removed for local building projects over the centuries. Today, the interior lies overgrown with trees, creating an atmospheric setting that speaks to its long abandonment. Wildlife has also made its home here; badger setts are particularly evident in the southern quadrant, where their burrowing activities continue to reshape these medieval earthworks.