And also if flying in a hot climate (not very likely in Scotland
) bear in mind density altitude. If you're mushing along and hit moderate / severe turbulence it is very likely you'll stall.....
I always leave about 2000' between myself and the mountains, unless flying in a pass, then I try and leave 2000' AGL to the floor of the pass.
Another good reason to fly to the right of a loch in Scotland is incase you meet a tornado flying down the middle at 450 kts, and make sure you have your txpdr on so that they can 'see' you....
Cheers
EA