Marr (Scottish Gaelic: Màrr) is one of six committee areas in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, bordering Atholl, Badenoch, Gowrie, The Mearns, Banff and Buchan. It has a population of 34,038 (2001 Census). Someone from Marr is called a Màrnach in Scottish Gaelic.
To the west, the mountain environment of the Cairngorms National Park sustains a well-developed tourist industry based on heritage and outdoor pursuits. Forestry and livestock farming are key industries, particularly in remoter areas. Part of the area has qualified for EU financial assistance. To the east, Marr has experienced population growth due to its strong commuter links with the city of Aberdeen.
The committee area consists of three wards of Aberdeenshire council:
- Aboyne, Upper Deeside and Donside
- Banchory and Mid-Deeside
- Huntly, Strathbogie and Howe of Alford
Between them the three wards elect 10 councillors to the sixty-eight member council.
Read more about Marr: Historic District