Britain has experienced such warm conditions over the past few weeks that I went to the seaside three times in the space of seven days, despite not even living that close. However, an hour's journey is always worth it when a nice day or evening by the shore beckons.

I'm aware the good weather won't last, which is why I've been so determined to maximise time outside while possible. Out of my multiple coastal trips, one spot particularly impressed me for one specific reason - the food. Troon, roughly 45 minutes from my home city of Glasgow, was the perfect place to spend a warm evening.

It's been more than half a year since my last visit to Troon, which was on a bitterly cold and snowy January day. This trip couldn't have been more different.

After work one evening, we jumped in the car and travelled down to the seaside town overlooking the Firth of Clyde, with one definite aim in mind.

Despite Scotland's heatwave ending abruptly during the day with a biblical thunderstorm, the sun appeared once more as we walked along the shoreline. Probably due to the earlier conditions, it was so peaceful, with just a few people strolling about on the sand.

While it was delightful to be able to walk on the beach without the harsh wind lashing us like our previous visit, the stroll was quite short, as it was time to make our way up to the harbour to grab some food. We finally got the opportunity to eat at The Wee Hurrie.

Having previously attempted the journey back in January, only to discover it closed due to the Scottish fishing fleet being docked — something we should have checked beforehand — really put a damper on that earlier trip, especially given the biting cold.

This award-winning chippy has earned its stellar reputation through freshly caught seafood and its exceptional location directly on the harbour. And it absolutely lived up to the hype, being one of the best meals I've ever had.

The scampi was exceptionally fresh, coated in a delicate batter that left me feeling neither bloated nor uncomfortable afterwards — something genuinely rare for a chip shop. Choosing just one dish was quite difficult, considering how varied and imaginative the menu is.

Where else would you discover fritto misto, noodles and lobster all featured on a single menu?

It arrived with a gorgeous tartare sauce, a wedge of lemon, and a generous helping of salt and vinegar. Despite being light and crispy, it proved thoroughly filling and satisfying, with portion sizes that were beyond reproach.

At £14.30, it represented excellent value for money — I genuinely cannot stop thinking about it.

It arrived with a gorgeous tartare sauce, a wedge of lemon, and a generous helping of salt and vinegar. Despite being light and crispy, it was thoroughly filling and satisfying, with portion sizes that were decent too. At £14.30, it was excellent value for money — I genuinely cannot stop thinking about it.

As it operates purely as a takeaway with no seating available, customers queued to collect their orders before heading home. We ate standing outside the shack, which I think speaks volumes about just how delicious it was.

While the food had been our main reason for travelling to Troon that evening, the pleasantly mild weather meant we couldn't leave without taking a stroll down the high street.

By approximately 7pm, numerous smaller independent retailers and cafés had closed for the day, although the pubs were comfortably busy, with people streaming in and out of takeaways, restaurants and shops, or just wandering around as we were.

Had I not been driving, I would have definitely popped into Lido on the high street for a couple of cocktails, but sadly it wasn't possible on this visit.

It was a quicker trip than previously, but a lot more pleasant due to the exceptional cuisine and the magnificent evening sunlight. Whether you're in the vicinity with some time available, or travelling specifically from further afield, Troon is an superb location worth exploring.