About Karen Barber
Born 1961. Karen Barber is a British figure skater, ice dancer and figure skating coach.
Karen Barber (born 21 June 1961 in Manchester) is a British ice dancer. She is the 1983 European bronze medalist and competed at two Olympics with partner Nicky Slater.
Early life She lived on Droylsden Road in Audenshaw.
Skating career Barber won the silver medal at the 1977 World Junior Championships with partner Kim Spreyer.
Competitive highlights (with Slater)
Event 1978–79 1979–80 1980–81 1981–82 1982–83 1983–84 1984–85 Olympic Winter Games 12th 6th World Championships 13th 10th 7th 7th 5th 5th 6th European Championships 11th 8th 5th 5th 3rd 4th 4th NHK Trophy 2nd 1st 1st Skate America 3rd Skate Canada International 2nd 2nd St. Ivel International 3rd 2nd 2nd 1st British Championships 2nd 2nd 1st
(with Spreyer) Event 1977 World Junior Championships 2nd
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Who is Karen Barber?
English ice dancer
When was Karen Barber born?
Karen Barber was born on 21 June 1961 in Audenshaw.
What is Karen Barber's occupation?
Karen Barber is a figure skater, ice dancer and figure skating coach.
What nationality is Karen Barber?
Karen Barber is British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Karen Barber. https://biography.guide/karen-barber/
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