Scrub the clams, pick them over carefully, steam them open and shell. Cut away the hard part, using the soft parts only.
Select single perfect single shells to serve a plate of 8 per person.
Fill the shells with the soft parts of two clams.
On top of each shell, place pieces of diced bacon, some breadcrumbs, a dot of of butter and a dash of Worcestershire. And salt and pepper to taste.
Bake until they are browned, and serve hot with a relish of choice.