Newcastle City Council is exploring ways to bring back the popular direct ferry route A UK port city is investigating "all ways" of reviving a cherished ferry link to Norway, almost two decades since its closure. Newcastle previously enjoyed a direct ferry crossing over the North Sea to Bergen, situated on the south-western coast of Scandinavia. Operated by ferry company DFDS, the overnight service enabled Geordies to savour the sea breeze whilst travelling to one of Europe's most stunning cities. The voyage lasted between 19 to 22 hours, contingent on whether it called at Stavanger, yet it proved immensely popular....