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Does England have any Esperanto enclaves?

While there are Esperanto speakers in England, there are no known enclaves or communities where Esperanto is spoken as a primary language.

Here's why:

* Esperanto is not widely spoken: Esperanto is an artificial language created in the late 19th century with the goal of universal communication. While it has a passionate following, it hasn't achieved widespread adoption.

* No historical basis: Unlike other languages with enclaves (like Welsh or Cornish in England), Esperanto doesn't have a historical basis in a specific geographic region.

* Global community: Esperanto speakers tend to be scattered around the world, often connected through online communities and international events.

However, you might find:

* Esperanto groups: There are Esperanto clubs and societies in England that host meetings and events.

* Individual speakers: Individuals who speak Esperanto live throughout England, often using it online or in specific contexts.

So, while England doesn't have Esperanto enclaves in the traditional sense, there are pockets of Esperanto speakers and a vibrant online community.

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