Situated at the entrance to Duraden, near Dairsie Railway Station, are
the ivy-covered ruins of the sixteenth century church of Kemback,
surrounded with its ancient burial-ground. The building (Fig. 1553)
[Illustration: FIG. 1553.--Kemback Church. Plan.]
retains the Gothic feeling in the external splays on the square-headed
doors and windows, but the Renaissance influence is apparent in the east
window. Contrary to the usual practice, the door and windows are in the
north wall.
About half a mile distant the site of an older church is pointed out,
but all that remains of it is the late headless effigy of a lady.