Thomas is late delivering a goods train to Brendam Docks. In his rush, he bumps into some trucks, causing chaos around the dockyard. Not wanting to get into trouble, Thomas blames his accident on a made-up engine called Geoffrey. The rumour spreads and soon everyone wants to meet Geoffrey.

Henrietta reminds Toby to fill up on coal, which makes him frustrated and forget to do so. He runs out at Crocks Scrap Yard, leaving him stuck with Reg. Edward sees him twice and Salty comes up with the idea that Toby is going to be scrapped. This is only supported by Reg lifting Toby up into the air to get their attention. The idea spreads and everyone believes Toby will soon be scrapped.

The Fat Controller is anxious as two grumpy inspectors have come to inspect the railway, starting with Thomas. Everything seemed to be against him that day though and the inspectors are not impressed. The gold watch of one of the inspectors is found inside Annie. To prevent an even worse report, Thomas helps return the lost pocket watch to the railway inspector.