Edward Elgar's music
The world-famous composer's birthplace museum stands in Lower Broadheath, and he drew inspiration from Malvern Hills and Worcester Cathedral.
Worcestershire Sauce
Lea and Perrins' original and genuine Worcestershire Sauce is available in shops across the world, has been discussed in Parliament - and tastes great.
Royal Worcester Porcelain
Another world-leading brand, it has the Royal seal of approval and has been popular throughout history, from Lord Nelson to Jamie Oliver.
Malvern Water
The Queen's favourite, and another international export.
Acorn's Children's Hospice
Everyone across the county pulled together to raise £4m for a new hospice, which opened in March, after thousands of events and collections.
Another mammoth fund-raising effort, which is still on-going, by the generous people of the county has seen much of the £5.25m collected for a new unit.
Worcestershire County Cricket Club
Perhaps the most picturesque ground in the country, and its history includes legends like Basil D'Oliveira, Tom Graveney, Don Kenyon and Ian Botham.
Worcestershire & Sherwood Foresters
A regiment that served with great distinction, especially during the First World War, and includes Victoria Cross winner Fred Dancox.
JRR Tolkien
He was inspired to publish Lord of the Rings after a visit to the county. He stayed with George Sayer, a teacher at Malvern College, rediscovered his enthusiasm for work and Rayner Unwin, a former pupil of Mr Sayer's, published the novels.
A rich history
The graves of King John and Prince Arthur - Henry VIII's older brother - and Shakespeare's marriage certificate can all be found in Worcester Cathedral. A key battle during the Civil War was fought at Worcester: Charles I lost and was forced to escape. Some of the plotters of the 1605 Gunpowder Plot secretly met in Worcestershire.
Modern-day stars
Worcestershire helped launched the career of Rik Mayall, Chris Tarrant and Jeremy Paxman, and is home to Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant
Unparalleled countryside
Spectacular views, countryside walks alongside fields and rivers, the Malvern Hills, outdoor lidos and modern and historic architecture are all features
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