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Overview
Marr covers almost half of Aberdeenshire but only 15% of its people. The main towns are Banchory (6,359), Huntly (4,362), Aboyne (2,250), Alford (2,098) and Ballater (1,754). Some of the smaller villages include Tarland, Torphins and Braemar with much of the landscape defined by the spectacular Cairngorms to the west.
Community Profiles
Venues
Venues for North Marr and South Marr.
Economy
Agriculture, forestry and tourism play a key role in Marr's traditional rural economy. The east of Marr benefits from its proximity to Aberdeen with around 2 in 5 Alford and Banchory residents commuting to Aberdeen. Some of the key employers include RB Farquhar, Hilton Craigendarroch Hotel and Country Club, Deans of Huntly and Bancon Developments.
Health
Health Statistics for Deeside and Central Aberdeenshire.
Tourism
The Cairngorm mountains and natural beauty of much of Marr draws in tourists. Some of the major attractions include skiiing at Glenshee and the Lecht, Balmoral, the Braemar Gathering, Lochnager Distillery and the Aberdeenshire Castle Trail.
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