Alassio in May: events and English atmospheres on the Riviera

Discover my British soul

I'm waitnig for you with a month full of events in perfect British Style: exhibitions, "made in England" cinema, readings, concerts and lots of curiosities about my Anglo-Saxon soul.

Let's take a step back in time? When the railway connected me to London, Paris and Nice, the world began to discover me. It was 1875 when the Gibb and Montagu Mac Murdo families spent the winter here, enchanted by my beach and mild climate. From that moment on, my destiny changed: from a simple fishing village, I became an elegant Victorian town, beloved by nobles, intellectuals and British travellers.

In May relive that magic: you will be able to breathe in the atmosphere of the time, discovering the iconic places of my British colony together with expert guides. I will reveal to you the English Library, the Richard West Memorial Gallery, the evocative Anglican Church and the marvellous gardens of Villa della Pergola, where nature, history and elegance come together amidst the colours and scents of flowers and rare exotic plants.

Every day at 5 p.m., I look forward to the traditional English Tea Time in the historic clubhouse of the Hanbury Tennis Club. A truly British experience with hot tea and old-time charm.

Come and experience my English May, and celebrate my long-standing British heritage through music, culture, and all the timeless charm of Old England.

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Throughout the entire month, enjoy guided tours exploring the rich architectural and historical heritage of the British community. Professor Bruno Schivo will lead fascinating walks through villas and streets with a distinctly British character, including highlights such as the English Library, the Hanbury Tennis Club, the Anglican Church, the old railway station, and the English Cemetery. Tours take place on 1, 5, 9, 14, 19, 21, 23, and 26 May, meeting at 5:00 pm in Piazza della Libertà, in front of the Town Hall.

New for 2026: starting from 6 May, join our Conversation Lessons every Wednesday and Friday from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Richard West Memorial Gallery. A fun and engaging way to practise your English in an authentic setting.

Music takes centre stage this month, celebrating British composers both classical and contemporary. Concerts are held in the Anglican Church:
•   Saturday 9 May: The Starman – a musical journey through the works of David Bowie
•   Saturday 16 May: The Rocket Man – a tribute to Elton John
•   21, 22 and 24 May: Elgar International Music Festival

, featuring works from Elgar to modern masters.

Every Thursday, don’t miss Bibliomovie Made in England, showcasing British auteur cinema at the R. Deaglio Library Auditorium, with screenings at 4:00 pm and 9:00 pm.

Dog lovers will enjoy Alassio Pet Lover on Saturday 2 May from 11:00 am in Piazza Partigiani, featuring stands, demonstrations, dog walks, and parades of English breeds such as Golden Retrievers, as well as mixed breeds.

Sporting events include: Sunday 10 May: Wooden Rackets and White Moves tennis tournament at the historic Hanbury Tennis Club and English May Wednesday Golf Cup – 18-hole Stableford tournaments at the Garlenda Golf Club on 6, 13, and 20 May.

From 25 to 29 May, adapted physical activity sessions for people with Parkinson will take place at Palalassio L. Ravizza at 8:30 am. On 28 May at 5:00 pm, an international conference on neurorehabilitation, featuring leading experts in the field, will be held at the R. Deaglio Civic Library Auditorium.

Bridge enthusiasts can attend: Tuesday 26 May the conference Bridge: The Most Beautiful Game in the World at 2:00 pm at Hotel Toscana; Sunday 31 May, Omar Sharif Trophy tournament at 2:00 pm in the Anglican Church.

Finally, on Saturday 30 May from 6:30 pm, join us in Piazza della Libertà for the grand Goodbye Party, celebrating a month of British-style events and bidding farewell until 2027!

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A guided tour through the scents and colours of one of Italy's most beautiful parks. A guided tour through the scents and colours of one of Italy's most beautiful parks. A unique garden, covering an area of over twenty-two thousand square metres, where nature, history and charm blend together. Visitors can admire an amazing flower display that changes according to the flowering calendar among wisteria, agapanthus, lotus and citrus flowers. A gem in authentic Old English style where Mediterranean flora and rare exotic plants coexist in breathtaking harmony.

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