Career
Peppitt began his career with his local club, Stoke City and made his debut during the 1936-1937 season. He impressed in a few appearances in 1937-1938 and 1938-1939 but found it difficult to break into the first team with Stanley Matthews occupying his position. His career was interrupted by World World War II, during which time he played for Stoke and was also called up to the territorial army in Belfast and guested for Linfield.
Peppitt remained in the side for the next two seasons before falling out of favour with manager Bob McGrory in 1949-1950, making just nine appearances.
After picking up an injury in November 1950 he only played one more game before being released at the season"s education He moved on to Worcester City of the Southern League.