The term "English Diggers" refers to a group of 17th-century agrarian socialists in England, primarily active during the English Civil War. They advocated for the communal ownership of land and sought to cultivate common land for the benefit of all, challenging the existing property rights of the wealthy. Their movement was rooted in the belief that land should be accessible to everyone, not just the privileged few. The Diggers, led by figures like Gerrard Winstanley, established small farming communities, notably at St. George's Hill in Surrey. They faced significant opposition from landowners and authorities, leading to their eventual decline. Despite this, their ideas influenced later social movements and discussions about land rights and equality.