Philip tries to befriend Toby the Tram Engine, thinking he is a diesel boxcab like himself. Unfortunately, young Philip and old Toby don't seem to like the same things.
Bradford is a very strict brakevan who abides by all the railway rules and regulations. As a result, the engines of Sodor find him very difficult to work with.
Donald and Douglas have a falling out and Douglas gets left stranded in the snow without his tender. When he realises what has happened, Donald sets off to rescue his brother.
Marion discovers what she thinks is a talking Christmas tree, but it turns out to be Glynn the Coffeepot Engine who is restored and sent to work at Ulfstead Castle in time for the Earl's Christmas Party.
When Connor breaks a coupling rod, he is so nervous about history repeating itself that he decides not to go fast anymore which causes a lot of complaints from his passengers. Will Connor ever be the same engine again?
It's a very hot day on Sodor and the tracks on Thomas' Branch Line are buckling under the heat. Meanwhile, Dowager Hatt gets the Fat Controller a ridiculous new hat to wear to keep him cool.
After some complaints, the Fat Controller takes away boastful James' coaches until he can improve his attitude. With some help from his friends, James is able to change his ways.
Skiff the Railboat gets blown away during a fierce storm and still manages to save Duck, Oliver and Toad from a nasty accident involving a fallen tree.
Judy and Jerome, the breakdown train, are bored of sitting in the yard so try some different surroundings. Unfortunately, when Daisy derails, no-one knows where the breakdown train is.
