Newmachar is a village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, about 10 miles to the north-west of Aberdeen. The settlement has a long history previously being known as Summerhill within the parish of New Machar, later being renamed Newmachar. Some buildings retain the split name "New Machar" to this day including the primary school and church. The population, approximately 2,500., is served by one shop, two public houses, a primary school, a bowling club and, a football club.