Previously, 205ft high Stealth stood as the tallest ride in the theme park. Both rides meet the criteria for a ‘hypercoaster” – a circuit roller coaster with drops greater than 200ft.

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Thorpe Park's new rollercoaster Hyperia is the tallest and fastest in the UK. It opens today (May 24) but should you visit? Our thrill-seeker shares her review.

Throngs of amusement-seekers crowd the faux-seaside streets of Amity, Thorpe Park's fantasy playland, while riders on the new Stealth get ready for a rapid descent in the background.