The BBC transmitter installed at the castle was used by Rene Cutforth to send the first reports of the Allied progression to London.
The castle served as the command post for the British 2nd Army shortly after the D-Day landings.
The architecture reflects the transition from defensive fortress to a more residential seigniorial manor over several centuries.
The museum collection includes rare vintage radio transmitters and recording devices used during the mid-20th century.
The Château médiéval de Creully uniquely combines medieval Norman architecture with a specialized museum dedicated to the history of radio broadcasting. During the Battle of Normandy in 1944, the BBC established its first broadcasting station in liberated France within the castle's square tower. The site features original equipment used by journalists to transmit reports of the Allied advance to London. The architectural complex retains elements from the 11th, 12th, and 15th centuries, including vaulted halls and defensive fortifications. It stands as a rare intersection of military history and the evolution of communication technology. Visitors can explore the preserved transmitter rooms alongside the stone architecture of the seigniorial residence.
The view of the square keep (tower) from the courtyard, which provides a clear perspective of the castle's military architecture.
Combine your visit with a walk through the surrounding Creully-sur-Seulles village to see other historic buildings.
The site is compact; plan to spend time reading the detailed historical placards describing the 1944 broadcasts.
Do not assume the entire castle is open to the public; access is restricted to the museum areas and specific courtyard sections.
Closed during the winter months; operates primarily from spring through autumn.
