Oblivion, Alton Towers, Staffs

Drop: 180ft Speed: 68mph

Length: 1,244ft

The world’s first verticaldrop rollercoaster does what it says on the tin – plunging you into a black hole after hanging over it for what seems like an eternity.

It’s been around since 1998 but don’t be put off by its age, it’s still one of the best rollercoasters in the country.