IT was full steam ahead for a first class weekend at Meldon Viaduct and Okehampton Station.
Adding an up-tempo musical beat to the sound of the railway's steam locomotive on Friday was a special 'jazz on the line' evening.
The musical event was the idea of Okehampton Mayor Christine Marsh, who was keen to encourage people to the Dartmoor Railway and help promote the event to raise its profile.
Dartmoor Railway general manager David Payne said: 'The jazz evening was very well attended. The jazz musicians accompanied the event and were enjoyed by everyone.
'We took our guests for a steam train ride to Meldon Quarry and back down to North Tawton before returning to Okehampton station.'
Drinks were served on the train while the 79 passengers enjoyed the passing Devon scenery.
'When they returned they had a sumptuous meal on tables attractively laid out under the platform canopy,' said Mr Payne.
More celebrations and entertainment took place on Saturday when the Meldon Viaduct was officially opened by Tomorrow's World presenter Adam Hart-Davies.
Thanks to Devon County Council, Aggregate Industries and the Meldon Viaduct Company Ltd, the viaduct is now restored and open to the public. It includes one of the finest sections on the National Cycle Network in the country.
Mr Payne said: 'He enjoyed the day and so did everyone else. There were a number of other things going on in unison which made it a great event for all the people that came along and enjoyed themselves.'
Visitors could enjoy a variety of interesting things such as quarry tours around Meldon Quarry and Devon County Council organised guided walks.
Dartmoor National Park officers were there to meet the public, and Okehampton cycling expert Darren Bostock held a bike doctor surgery.
With people able to walk, cycle or take the train they were spoilt for choice. And for refreshments they could stoke up at Okehampton Station restaurant, Meldon buffet — or go that little bit further and have a cream tea at Sourton Village Hall.
'It has been a successful weekend. Every bit we do helps,' said Mr Payne.
'The more people that come along the more we can do. And the more we can do the more the word spreads. It is not just good for Dartmoor Railway but for Okehampton and area as a whole.'