[2] It is situated in the townland of Borris which is part of the civil parish of Twomileborris in the ancient barony of Eliogarty.

Those who prefer the Irish name of Buirgheas Dhá Mhíle say that the name refers to King Mile, ancestor of Niall of the Nine Hostages.

[5][6] The Norman tower house (castle) at Two-Mile Borris is four storeys in height and now incorporated into a farmyard at the west side of the village.

In June 2011, a planning application was approved by An Bord Pleanála for a casino, hotel and racetrack, proposed to be known as the Tipperary Venue.

[10] In September 2011, then Minister for Justice Alan Shatter confirmed that the proposed casino was not compatible with Ireland's gambling legislation and "ruled out" based on a cabinet decision.