THE UK’s fastest and tallest roller-coaster has been completed – and is due to open this spring. Hyperia is on track to become the most death-defying ride in Britain – reaching speeds o… ...

Thorpe Park has unveiled the UK's 'tallest and fastest roller coaster' in a thrilling new point-of-view (POV) video. Set to launch in 2024, 'Hyperia' soars to 236 feet (71m) in height and reaches ...

It’s not the first time a rollercoaster in the UK has experienced issues. The Smiler, at Merlin-owned Alton Towers, was beset with issues within the first two years of its opening.

Now double it for fellow coaster Stealth at 205ft — and the Big Daddy of them all, Hyperia. Oddly, you only have to be 130cm tall to tackle Hyperia solo — but you need big-boy or girl nerves.

Thorpe Park coaster stoppage leaves riders stuck. Image source, PA Media. Image caption, Thorpe Park's Hyperia has suffered a series of breakdowns since opening in May. Bob Dale. BBC News, South East.

Thorpe Park has shared a glimpse into its much-anticipated new ride in a video that takes you into the action on the roller coaster Hyperia, set to open to thrillseekers in spring 2024. Hyperia ...

It’s not the first time a rollercoaster in the UK has experienced issues. The Smiler, at Merlin-owned Alton Towers, was beset with issues within the first two years of its opening.

Thorpe Park has unveiled the UK's 'tallest and fastest roller coaster' in a thrilling new point-of-view (POV) video. Set to launch in 2024, 'Hyperia' soars to 236 feet (71m) in height and reaches ...