Tuesday 9th April 2024
Thorpe Park has posted an update about Hyperia in the Thorpe Park Annual Passholders Group on Facebook about the status of the trains and exclusive footage of the lift hill chain testing.
We could be less than 24 hours away from seeing the trains delivered on-site!
Small, but exciting Hyperia update Please note, we are not releasing details of the ride trains or testing ahead of time, but of course, we’re not far off now!
"We can exclusively reveal the lift chain successfully ran for the first time yesterday, which is a huge step forward in commissioning.
Taking a look inside the maintenance building, you may notice it's a little different to some other workshops as it doesn't feature a central track. This a common feature in modern Mack coasters, instead of sitting on the wheels, the trains are supported by the side of the train.
This takes the weight off of the running wheels and allows our engineers an unobstructed view of the wheel housing for daily inspections."
We could be less than 24 hours away from seeing the trains delivered on-site!
Small, but exciting Hyperia update Please note, we are not releasing details of the ride trains or testing ahead of time, but of course, we’re not far off now!
"We can exclusively reveal the lift chain successfully ran for the first time yesterday, which is a huge step forward in commissioning.
Taking a look inside the maintenance building, you may notice it's a little different to some other workshops as it doesn't feature a central track. This a common feature in modern Mack coasters, instead of sitting on the wheels, the trains are supported by the side of the train.
This takes the weight off of the running wheels and allows our engineers an unobstructed view of the wheel housing for daily inspections."
Saturday 6th April 2024
It's been a big day for Hyperia today! Commissioning for the ride has begun, with the testing of different components leading up to more serious testing such as the train being sent around the track.
The transfer track for the ride was spotted testing twice today. With it moving back and forth. This might sound like a small thing but this means that the ride is powered up and all of the wirings for that component are connected to the control panel and ride plc.
Elsewhere around the site, new permanent banners have been installed on the new temporary fences around the area. These new banners show off the new Thorpe Park logo and the Hyperia concept art. More fence posts have also been installed around the area. Creating the ride area needed to test the rollercoaster very soon.
Speakers have also been installed on the lift hill for the rollercoaster. White speakers have been installed as the rollercoaster gets higher and then gold ones have been installed where the track is still gold. A very simple touch but it's great to see attention to detail. Work on installing cameras up the lift hill is also being worked on. Installing anything at that height can't be easy.
All of the flags that were installed on the crown of Hyperia have also now been removed.
Previously being stored in the compound next to Trailers, the air gates for the rollercoaster have been moved or installed.
With the transfer track testing, it can't be long until we see trains for the ride delivered onto the track. Watch this space!
The transfer track for the ride was spotted testing twice today. With it moving back and forth. This might sound like a small thing but this means that the ride is powered up and all of the wirings for that component are connected to the control panel and ride plc.
Elsewhere around the site, new permanent banners have been installed on the new temporary fences around the area. These new banners show off the new Thorpe Park logo and the Hyperia concept art. More fence posts have also been installed around the area. Creating the ride area needed to test the rollercoaster very soon.
Speakers have also been installed on the lift hill for the rollercoaster. White speakers have been installed as the rollercoaster gets higher and then gold ones have been installed where the track is still gold. A very simple touch but it's great to see attention to detail. Work on installing cameras up the lift hill is also being worked on. Installing anything at that height can't be easy.
All of the flags that were installed on the crown of Hyperia have also now been removed.
Previously being stored in the compound next to Trailers, the air gates for the rollercoaster have been moved or installed.
With the transfer track testing, it can't be long until we see trains for the ride delivered onto the track. Watch this space!
Saturday 30th March 2024
With an opening date now set for Hyperia work on the queue line and ride area fencing has begun. Fence posts have been installed and during the day yesterday fences were installed creating the ride area for Hyperia.
Once this ride area is secure then the most exciting part can begin, testing! Danger of death signs have also been installed yesterday afternoon, warning guests not to enter this area. These new signs and new black cloth have been added to construction fences around the Hyperia construction site.
Some parts for Hyperia are being stored in the storage yard next to Trailers. The airgates for the rollercoaster can be spotted along with parts for the lift hill chain mechanism. The airgates for the ride have a jet-black colour scheme which we love.
Meanwhile, around the rest of the site, pathways for the queue line have been dug out and fences have been installed on the stairs into the station. Work on wiring up the lift hill motor was also taking place yesterday. On the lift hill, brackets for cameras have been added and at the top of the lift, a wind sensor has been installed.
We're one step closer to seeing Hyperia test.
But we're still missing the trains. We wonder when these might be delivered to the site. From what we understand these trains are now on site and waiting to be transferred to the maintenance bay.
It's just 55 days until Hyperia opens on 24th May 2024.
Once this ride area is secure then the most exciting part can begin, testing! Danger of death signs have also been installed yesterday afternoon, warning guests not to enter this area. These new signs and new black cloth have been added to construction fences around the Hyperia construction site.
Some parts for Hyperia are being stored in the storage yard next to Trailers. The airgates for the rollercoaster can be spotted along with parts for the lift hill chain mechanism. The airgates for the ride have a jet-black colour scheme which we love.
Meanwhile, around the rest of the site, pathways for the queue line have been dug out and fences have been installed on the stairs into the station. Work on wiring up the lift hill motor was also taking place yesterday. On the lift hill, brackets for cameras have been added and at the top of the lift, a wind sensor has been installed.
We're one step closer to seeing Hyperia test.
But we're still missing the trains. We wonder when these might be delivered to the site. From what we understand these trains are now on site and waiting to be transferred to the maintenance bay.
It's just 55 days until Hyperia opens on 24th May 2024.
Wednesday 27th March 2024
Breaking news coming in from Thorpe Park this afternoon.
The park has announced that Hyperia will be opening on Friday 24th May 2024. Which just so happens to be the park's anniversary.
Posted on social media:
What are you doing 24th May? Us? We’re celebrating our 45th birthday by opening the UK’s tallest and fastest rollercoaster, Hyperia!🎢 Epic or what?!🤩
It may be our birthday but we've got the ultimate gift for you!🎁 Get ready to reach heights of 236ft, exceed speeds of 80mph, soar along over 995m of twisted track and experience weightlessness like never before!✨
Find Your Fearless on Hyperia, the UK's tallest, fastest and most weightless rollercoaster🎢 Opening 24th May 2024🤩
The park has announced that Hyperia will be opening on Friday 24th May 2024. Which just so happens to be the park's anniversary.
Posted on social media:
What are you doing 24th May? Us? We’re celebrating our 45th birthday by opening the UK’s tallest and fastest rollercoaster, Hyperia!🎢 Epic or what?!🤩
It may be our birthday but we've got the ultimate gift for you!🎁 Get ready to reach heights of 236ft, exceed speeds of 80mph, soar along over 995m of twisted track and experience weightlessness like never before!✨
Find Your Fearless on Hyperia, the UK's tallest, fastest and most weightless rollercoaster🎢 Opening 24th May 2024🤩
Friday 15th March 2024
On March 15, 2024, Thorpe Park's Hyperia has re-opened to the public, and there's a buzz around the park! The Burger King retheme is still in progress, adding a fresh look to the dining experience. While the "Fearless" sign is still a work in progress, the anticipation only builds. The views of Hyperia from various spots around the park have dramatically transformed, offering new perspectives of the towering ride. Adding a touch of elegance, gold wings now adorn the station building, making Hyperia's entrance even more impressive.
