Top 10: Britain's fastest roller coasters

Top 10: Britain's fastest roller coasters
Top 10: Britain's fastest roller coasters

We offer a guide to Britain's 10 fastest roller coasters and a couple of even more rapid rides found beyond our shores.

1. Stealth

Thorpe Park, Surrey (2006)

129 km/h (80 mph)


With a top speed of 80 mph Stealth was Europe's fastest roller coaster when it was opened in March 2006. It accelerates from 0-80 mph in just 1.8 seconds, subjecting riders to a G force of up to 4.8. LINK