This sturdy medieval structure, measuring roughly 7.65 metres north to south and 6.85 metres east to west, features the characteristic base batter common to defensive architecture of its era. The tower’s walls are rendered both outside and on the ground floor interior, though a large recess in the south wall tells a story of partial destruction and subsequent rebuilding, where the newer work was set back from the original face. The building’s defensive nature is evident in its narrow loop windows and a murder hole positioned above the ground floor stairs, designed to rain projectiles down on unwelcome visitors.

The 17th century brought significant alterations aimed at making the tower more comfortable for its occupants. A fireplace bearing the date 1637 was installed in the north wall at first floor level, whilst the third floor received its own fireplace with a chamfered mantle, both marking a shift from purely military to more domestic use. The original spiral staircase that once wound its way to the third floor has since been replaced with a combination of stone and wooden stairs, making navigation considerably easier than it would have been for the tower’s medieval inhabitants.

By the 18th century, the building had taken on civic importance, evidenced by the addition of a clock tower and lantern that transformed its skyline presence. This evolution from defensive fortification to public timepiece reflects the changing needs of the town as it grew more peaceful and prosperous. In more recent times, the tower house served as a tourist office, continuing its role as a focal point for visitors to Tipperary, though it now stands as a monument to the town’s layered history; from medieval stronghold to civic landmark.