Dairsie

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Dairsie, or Osnaburgh, is a village in north-east Fife, Scotland.

It is 3 miles south-southwest of Leuchars Junction and 3 miles east-northeast of Cupar on the A91 Stirling - St. Andrews road.

Dairsie Bridge dates from the early sixteenth century, although it has been modified since. Dairsie Castle (now restored) dates from the early seventeenth century, and was briefly the residence of John Spottiswood, Archbishop of St. Andrews, who also built St. Mary's Church in 1621. King James VI stayed at Dairsie Castle following his escape from the Raid of Ruthven in June 1583.This church is some distance from the village and ceased to be used for worship many years ago. It is now in private hands and the parish worshippers use St Leonards Church in the village. The congregation is linked with St John's Church in Cupar and they will unite in 2008.The Minister is Rev. Shiela Blount.

The village itself grew out of two smaller settlements (called Dairsiemuir and Osnaburgh), and developed principally around the industry of weaving. Since the late twentieth century it has become a dormitory settlement for nearby towns.