Air date: October 15th, 2010 (UK), November 20th, 2010 (US)
Toby must take some coal to the Duke and Duchess of Boxford's Summerhouse. Toby's usual route to the summerhouse is blocked by a tree that was blown down is a storm, so he is told to go through the Whistling Woods, which he is terrified of.
Tropes featured in the episode:
- An Aesop:
- If you're scared, it's good to have a friend accompany you.
- Sometimes what you think is scary isn't scary after all.
- Idiot Ball: Toby becomes extremely cowardly and clumsy for this episode, repeatedly destroying Thomas and James' workload when backing into their trucks in a fright.
- Sanity Ball: In contrast, James, for once, acts as The Straight Man and patiently helps Toby deal with his fears.
- Lovable Coward: Toby.
- Luminescent Blush: Toby's cheeks are flushed red with embarrassment in several scenes.
