Thank you all for your advice.
i have Ordered the decathlon pump, and will get the pressure right in my forks and run Them without maintenance other than lubing the stanchions Until they are knackered and then replace with rigid ones.
Now have the Decathlon pump and my forks as you can imagine were lacking air somewhat. Still waiting for the stanchion lube to arrive but will ride tomorrow and not expecting any problems.
Thanks again all for your comments.