Barbara Wilshere


Barbara Edith Eileen Wilshere is a South African-born British actress who has appeared in theatre, films and television.

Early life

She attended Wilmslow County Grammar School for Girls.

Career

She was the guest lead in the fourth episode of Sherlock Holmes, and was a regular cast member in Albion Market, The Paradise Club, Between the Lines and The Lakes.
Her television work also includes EastEnders, Wallander, Doctors, Heartbeat, Pie in the Sky, Inspector Lynley, The Bill, Holby City, Judge John Deed, Casualty and Peak Practice. In 2020, she portrayed the role of Miriam Shaw in an episode of the BBC soap opera Doctors.
Her film work includes Dean Spanley with Peter O’Toole, and Another Life with Tom Wilkinson.

Personal life

Barbara married the actor Paul Ridley in 1989 and they have two sons, Jack and Hugo.