New Still Game Mural Unveiled in Cardonald Draws Mixed Reactions

New Still Game Mural Unveiled in Cardonald Draws Mixed Reactions

A vibrant new mural paying tribute to one of Scotland’s most beloved sitcoms has been unveiled in Cardonald — and it's already sparking conversation.

Towering over The Parkway bar on Paisley Road West, the artwork brings the fictional world of Craiglang to life, featuring fan-favourite characters from Still Game. Locals and passersby can now see the colourful faces of Jack Jarvis Esq., Victor McDade, Isa Drennan, Winston Ingram, Boabby the Barman, Tam Mullen, and Navid Harrid looking out over the area.

The mural is part of the ongoing Cardonald Murals Trail, a community-led project that aims to brighten up the neighbourhood by transforming the facades of buildings into public art.

While many residents have praised the mural for celebrating Scottish culture and injecting character into the area, not everyone is convinced. Some say it doesn’t reflect the wider community or feel it clashes with the local aesthetic.

“It’s brilliant — Still Game is part of our identity. I walk past it every day and it makes me smile,” said one local resident.

However, another passerby shared a different view: “I just don’t see the need. We have so many issues in the area — murals are nice, but are they the priority?”

The mural joins a growing list of Still Game-inspired street art across Glasgow. Just last month, a striking image of Winston, created by street artist Tef, appeared on the side of city centre restaurant Mikaku. That mural, too, received a range of responses — from admiration to ambivalence.

As the murals trail continues to grow, so too does the conversation around public art, community voice, and the balance between celebration and representation.

For now, the characters of Craiglang are here to stay — at least in Cardonald — reminding us all of the humour, heart, and heritage that Still Game brought to screens across the country.