June 16th 2024.
Imagine eagerly anticipating a thrilling ride on Thorpe Park's brand new rollercoaster, only to find yourself stranded 236ft in the air. This was the reality for passengers on the 'Hyperia' as it experienced technical difficulties just days after its grand reopening. The £18,000,000 ride, which boasts the title of UK's tallest rollercoaster, had to be temporarily shut down for repairs, leaving thrill-seekers hanging in the air for an hour.
Located in Surrey, Thorpe Park is known for its adrenaline-fueled rides and Hyperia was no exception. However, the excitement was short-lived as the ride closed just a day after its launch due to unforeseen circumstances. After two weeks of being closed for repairs, Hyperia finally reopened on Wednesday, only to come to a halt again the following day. One park goer shared their experience of seeing a staff member climb up with a harness to speak to the stranded passengers before successfully restarting the ride and bringing it back to the station.
A spokesperson for Thorpe Park confirmed that there was a one-hour delay on the ride, but reassured that stoppages are a normal occurrence in theme parks. They also clarified that the safety of guests was never compromised during the incident. However, some visitors took to social media to express their frustration, with one user reporting that the stranded passengers were even given a bit of lunch while they waited to be rescued.
Despite the technical difficulties, Thorpe Park proudly claims that Hyperia is not only the tallest rollercoaster in the UK, but also the fastest, reaching speeds of 80mph. With such impressive stats, it's no wonder why the ride has been a highly anticipated attraction for visitors. Let's hope that the ride's 'bumpy' start doesn't discourage thrill-seekers from experiencing the adrenaline rush of Hyperia.
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