• About the AONB

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• Designation of Malvern Hills AONB
• Key Features of the Malvern Hills AONB
• National Association of AONBs Overview
• Image Gallery
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About the AONB

The information in this section provides details of AONB designations, explains why the Malvern Hills and surrounding hinterland was chosen to become an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and gives a summary covering the history of AONBs and the National Association of AONBs (NAAONB). The Image Gallery highlights the dramatic beauty of the area, as well as illustrating some of the wonderful wildlife to be found within.

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