THERE is a new face greeting Roman Catholic worshippers in Tavistock and Callington, as Our Lady of the Assumption and Our Lady of Victories welcome a new priest.

The Rev Daniel Longland (pictured left) has taken over the role of Roman Catholic parish priest at the two churches, after transferring to the area from Sidmouth.

Before working in Sidmouth, Mr Longland worked in Plymouth and spent 18 years working in South Africa.

Mr Longland said: I think its very nice here and the people have been very welcoming.

I have services twice a week and if anybody is sick or in need I will be there.

He will be living in Tavistock and is looking forward to his time in the area.