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Merlin Entertainments has launched its new Hyperia rollercoaster at Thorpe Park to celebrate its 45th year. The ride is billed as the UK's tallest, fastest and most weightless
rollercoaster, beating The Big One in Blackpool for height by 13ft and at 81 mph, besting Thorpe Park's Stealth coaster for speed. It has two 20-passenger trains. Designed in-house by
Merlin Magic Making – led by global creative director, Megan Wastell – and built by Mack Rides, Hyperia stands 236ft tall and has three inversions, including a dive loop and an
'Immelmann' – a climb followed by a half loop then a half roll in the opposite direction. The storytelling evokes Hyperia, the daughter of an ancient river god whose fear of water
traps her on an island. To escape, she makes metal wings and launches herself from the highest mountain. The new ride has wings as its logo in recognition. "Hyperia combines epic
storytelling and exhilarating thrills," said Wastell. "This groundbreaking ride showcases our commitment to creating unforgettable memories through the magic of immersive
storytelling and cutting-edge innovation, solidifying our place as the world leader in branded entertainment destinations." Hyperia replaces two existing rides – Loggers Leap and the
Rocky Express. The name of the ride went through several iterations and at one stage, Merlin is thought to have considered calling it Icarus after the story in Greek mythology of the man who
flew too close to the sun with wings of wax and feathers only for them to melt and send him crashing to earth. The story of Hyperia was ultimately chosen as being more appropriate and was
formally announced on 5 October 2023, along with a slogan 'find your fearless'. The groundworks for Hyperia were delivered by construction company B&E who also did the
steelwork. Merlin has extended the Hyperia brand into its accommodation offering, with themed rooms at the Thorpe Shark Cabins now available and bundled with Hyperia Fastrack access.
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