Ambjent Malta Secures Authorisation To Extend Family Park At Wied Inċita In Attard

The Ministry for the Environment, through Ambjent Malta, has obtained the necessary permits to continue the regeneration of Wied Inċita, transforming it further into a public family park. The project will now be extended by an additional 7,000 square metres.

Less than a year ago, 20,000 square metres of Wied Inċita were returned to the public following an agreement between the Environment Ministry and the company previously responsible for landscaping arterial roads. With this latest authorisation, even more of the area will soon be accessible for public enjoyment.

Minister Miriam Dalli said, “Our valleys are valuable natural resources that deserve preservation and sustainable use. My Ministry has been dedicated to restoring this natural asset for public benefit. Phase 2 of our project at Wied Inċita will offer families and young people greater access to green spaces and will further enrich our natural environment.”

The second phase of Wied Inċita Park’s development will introduce a larger green space designed to encourage leisure, relaxation, and active engagement with nature. The extension will also include the restoration of damaged rubble walls across the site to ensure safety, along with timber fencing around the perimeter.

A wide variety of trees and shrubs will be planted — including lavender, rosemary, hibiscus, oranges, lemons, figs, and pomegranates. Native and biodiversity-supporting species such as Myrtle and Laurustinus will help attract pollinators and birds, while Holm Oak and Aleppo Pine trees will provide nesting and shelter for wildlife. Carobs and Chaste Trees will also contribute food and habitat for various species.

To enhance the visitor experience, the park will feature a water installation, picnic benches, shaded areas, and public convenience facilities.

“Every effort is being made to maintain the natural characteristics of the area, whilst ensuring the highest standards of safety for all visitors,” said Herman Galea, Director General at Ambjent Malta. “The approach balances ecological sensitivity with the creation of a welcoming and accessible space, effectively offering a ‘green lung’ to the wider community.”

Wied Inċita, located on the outskirts of Attard and bordering Ħaż-Żebbuġ, continues to develop into a model of sustainable regeneration, reflecting Malta’s commitment to preserving its natural heritage while promoting public well-being.

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