The Papay Co-op is a community-owned organisation providing key services on Papa Westray, notably the community shop, the island hostel and minibus. The shop is a well-stocked licensed premises where most islanders and visitors do the bulk of their shopping. The 4-star hostel has 6 rooms and 2 bothies, all with sea views, as well as 2 kitchens, a lounge and dining room and space for campers. It also hosts the bar, which opens on a Saturday night, often with live music, whilst the dining room serves as a popular venue for island dances, cinema and other events.
