It is managed by Forestry England and to promote biodiversity, and is also commercially exploited for timber products.

[2] The eastern third of the forest, an area of 159.6 hectares, is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

At the end, a raised viewing platform sits above it at 18 metres (59 ft) from the ground, which is accessed by stairs.

Since October 2019, Salcey Forest has hosted a parkrun, a free, weekly timed five kilometres (3.1 mi) walk/run every Saturday morning at 9am.

The diverse ground flora includes bluebells, false brome, pendulous sedge and enchanter's nightshade.