28th November: Dull wall between Dumbarton and Renton has incredible makeover as it’s rejuvenated with colourful mural

A dull wall between Dumbarton and Renton has been given a colourful makeover after local legend Barry the Cat created an incredible community mural.

Youngsters from Lennox primary and Bonhill primary schools have all had an input into the design after Loch Lomond Fisheries Trust was awarded a grant to help spruce it up.

And it’s been no easy feat – with wandering cows, rain and even a paint theft making it a challenge for artist Barry Jenkins, who has been transforming drab spaces across the Vale for several years.

The nature-themed mural features everything from red squirrels to grey heron and brown trout – the latter in memory of champion angler John Bell Alcock.